Good ground cover plants block weeds from receiving the growing conditions they need to survive, effectively smothering them.

The detailed structure of a misfolded protein from a diseased deer could help explain why the disease hasn’t made the leap to humans.

Even the hares don’t seem to notice the deer stalker until he takes aim. The bang of his rifle pierces the stillness. He’s ...

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Ricin is found naturally in castor beans. When the beans are processed to make castor oil, it leaves a mash that contains the toxin. It's classed as a biological substance because of its origin ...

Hunters from around the Northeast trek each autumn to Maine, where deer and wild turkeys are two of the most popular game animals. The Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife said it has ...

If you're planning any fall drives, there are a few steps you can take to avoid deer-vehicle collisions. In general, best practices include always wearing a seat belt, driving slowly and carefully ...

Their predation has led to significant declines in populations of native mammals, including deer, bobcats, raccoons, opossums, and even foxes and rabbits in certain areas. Burmese pythons are ...

One gardening pro discovered a hack that accomplishes just that by using regular dried beans from the supermarket. "What happens if you plant beans that you buy at the grocery?" epicgardening asks ...

Deer do eat pumpkins when they get the chance. Here's how to stop them. Many garden pests will eat pumpkin plants and fruit, but deer damage is quite distinct. While rodents such as squirrels may ...

Many garden pests will eat pumpkin plants and fruit, but deer damage is quite distinct. While rodents such as squirrels may chew small ragged marks on pumpkin skins, just one deer can eat most ...