by Rick Ashworth | Oct 1, 2024 | Phobia
A phobic fear of a turtle or tortoise can be embarrassing and inconvenient. Have you ever felt your heart thumping when around a turtle or tortoise? Do your muscles tense and your palms go sweaty? This could be a sign that you’re suffering from Chelonaphobia, the...
by Rick Ashworth | Jul 3, 2024 | Uncategorized
Arachnophobia, the fear of spiders, is a common phobia affecting millions of people worldwide. This comprehensive guide explores how we develop arachnophobia, how fear responses impact our daily lives, and most importantly, which strategies are best used to treat... by Rick Ashworth | Jan 14, 2024 | Uncategorized
Of all the wasps you might encounter, mud daubers are among the least likely to sting – they’re also not as dirty as they might sound! They’re non-aggressive and generally ignore humans unless directly handled. Their focus is on nest building and providing... by Rick Ashworth | Jan 13, 2024 | Uncategorized
Buzzing with Creativity: Introducing the Paper Wasp Paper wasps, named after their impressive paper-like nests, really are nature’s architects. These fascinating insects have the impressive ability to create intricate structures that house a population of... by Rick Ashworth | Jan 11, 2024 | Uncategorized
Buzzing with Intrigue: Meet the Hornet When it comes to wasps, hornets get a bad rap. The media warns us of the coming invasion, swarms from Asia ready to murder our bees, destroy our crops and make our lives a living hell but don’t worry, hornets are a far greater...