Julia Bayly

Beavers play an important role in creating vital wetland environments, but they can create problems for landowners.

There was a time when all it took to construct an outdoor privy in Maine was a shovel, some wood and a bit of sweat. Not anymore.

Despite their appearance, you don't need to worry about these arachnids poaching from your ice fishing rig.

Often the animal’s mother has deliberately left her baby alone and will return. Any human interference can actually harm the animal.

From those that are a mere nuisance to those causing potential health issues, here are six pests to be on the lookout for.

While it may be hard to do, some plants need regular, aggressive pruning in order to produce the best fruits or vegetables possible.

Don't worry — that shrieking sound you're hearing late at night probably isn't your neighbor screaming their head off.

Despite its spooky and somewhat threatening appearance when emerging from its host, horsehair worms are harmless to humans.

BY JULIA BAYLY Since gaining a foothold in the state a half century ago, Maine’s aquaculture industry has been on an upward trajectory. Based on economic

Male spiders will turn up the volume during mating season by rubbing their legs while sitting in a pile of dry leaves to amplify the sound.