Beth’s Bug Blog — Halloween bugs

If Halloween had a bug mascot, this would be a top contender. Tiny. Unstoppable. Specialized. And gloriously grotesque. The Pseudacteon fly makes you question everything you thought you knew about insects and horror.

The harvestman isn’t just a leggy weirdo. It’s a living fossil with a misleading name, hidden superpowers, and a flair for fall dramatics. Whether glowing in the dark or clumping in corners, it’s the Halloween house guest you didn’t invite… but secretly want to learn more about.

The bed bug is a miniature nightmare. A creeping, crawling bloodsucker that doesn’t fly, doesn’t die easy, & can be lurking closer than your worst nightmare. Goodnight… if you can sleep!

This Halloween, the weirdest monsters aren’t just in your imagination. They’re in the mulch, in the shadows, and possibly… on your porch light.