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Many insects are at risk of extinction. But when it comes to mosquitoes and ticks it feels like there are more of them.
MEXICO CITY (AP) — The personal secretary and an advisor to Mexico City’s mayor were killed by gunmen on a motorcycle in a central neighborhood of the capital Tuesday, authorities said. Mayor Clara ...
We break down the key differences between foxes and raccoons to see who would win in a fight based on size, speed, and offensive traits.
The spotted lanternfly, a leaf-hopping invasive pest first detected in the U.S. a decade ago, has steadily spread across the ...
Summer won't officially start until June 20, but Texas pests might have missed the memo. Insects and arachnids have started ...
This time, the tool is a chemical illusion—crafted from the bees’ own alarm system. And the assassin bug’s mastery of that illusion may hold clues to how the roots of intelligence—and deception—grew ...
This assassin bug's ability to use a tool — bees’ resin — could shed light on how the ability evolved in other animals.
Discover the role green lacewings play in pest control, from their predatory larvae to how to attract them into your greenspaces.
Just like “the dress” divided the internet a decade ago, the insect smell question is one of the latest debates.  So, why do ...
The spotted lanternfly, native to Asia, is spreading and causing trouble in the U.S. Here's what to do if you find this ...
Fireflies, also known as lightning bugs, are beetles that use bioluminescence for mating. Fireflies are beneficial insects that pollinate, prey on pests, and contribute to medical research.