Scientists are certain that it’s only a matter of time before the next pandemic strikes. Pathogens jump regularly from ...

A long-term study in Colorado reveals that insect populations are plummeting even in remote, undisturbed areas. Over two decades, flying insect abundance dropped by more than 70%, closely linked to ...

An industry based on insects’ natural recycling abilities could help limit the environmental damage from our food system. Warning: This graphic requires JavaScript ...

After seeing a picture of the stick insect on social media, the researchers spent days trying to find and collect it for further research. Ross M. Coupland Scientists in Australia say they’ve found a ...

In a remote rainforest in Australia, home to deadly snakes, spiders and creepy-crawlies, scientists have discovered a new species of stick insect they believe is the heaviest ever found in the country ...

Discover interesting facts about insects, the critters whose combined weight on the planet is 70 times that of all humans. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate ...

Russell has a PhD in the history of medicine, violence, and colonialism. His research has explored topics including ethics, science governance, and medical involvement in violent contexts. Russell has ...

There's nothing like coming home after a long day to the warm, glowing welcome of your front porch. Less enjoyable: being assaulted by the insects that are fluttering around the porch lights, just ...

The number of insect species is mind-boggling — and they are a critical part of the environment. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works.