Insects are often seen as invaders due to high-profile species like the yellow-legged (Asian) hornet, the harlequin ladybird and fire ant. But new research reveals insects are also major victims of ...

Imagine a low-calorie, protein-packed noodle that evokes the butteriness of French cheeses. The good news is that you don’t need to book a table at a buzzy new bistro to try it. This earthy delicacy ...

Bugs often get a bad rap, but teacher Phil Dreste says insects, isopods, and spiders—the creepy-crawlies of horror movies—are actually a powerful teaching tool that can confer some of the same ...

Gardeners are looking for green ways to fight pests. They’re turning to beneficial insects for pest management. This can cut down on the use of harmful chemicals. Using nature’s pest fighters helps ...

French startup Ÿnsect shot into the spotlight when “Iron Man” star Robert Downey Jr. touted its merits on the “Late Show” during Super Bowl weekend 2021. Now, nearly four years later, the insect ...

The words “pollination” and “flower” may seem inseparable, but plants began courting insects millions of years before they evolved flashy petals. Now we know how they may have done it: not with ...

It’s amazing to see the differences in talent and how they interpret their inspiration from insects.” Bundy hopes the exhibit will lead to future collaborations with the University Art Museum. “We all ...

Insects are some of the best camouflagers out there. With so many unique disguises, there are some unimaginable ways that insects hide themselves. One of these insects is the flatid planthopper nymph.

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Nearly one in three U.S. households harbor a cold-hearted killer ...

Humans have been eating insects for millennia, but despite the uncomfortable feelings a bug-based diet might evoke in cultures not used to their consumption, they could form a vital part of future ...

Stink bugs often enter homes in the fall to seek shelter for the winter. To prevent entry, seal cracks, repair screens and reduce moisture in your home. If stink bugs get inside, vacuum them up ...

Scientists have discovered prehistoric insects preserved in amber for the first time in South America, providing a fresh glimpse into life on Earth at a time when flowering plants were just beginning ...