At first glance, the insect trapped in golden resin looked like any other tiny victim of deep time. Only under close ...

Many people use 'bug' and 'insect' interchangeably. Scientifically, insects are a broad class. True bugs are a specific order within insects, known as Hemiptera. They have unique piercing-sucking ...

Widely reported studies this year and last led to headlines globally of an “insect Armageddon.” The real story is more nuanced — but probably just as unsettling. We are glad to share Ensia articles ...

Like it or not, cockroaches are most likely here to stay… probably forever. This worrisome insect has been on planet earth for probably over 280 million years. The roach has developed unique survival ...

They can enter our homes in several ways: around moldings, window/door trim, ceiling vents, chimney, eaves or around window-mounted air conditioners. Most nuisance insects are not a threat to human ...

A bit of prevention goes a long way in minimizing insect and disease problems in the garden. Start by selecting plants suited to the growing conditions. Match your plants to the light, soil and other ...

James Cook University researcher Professor Angus Emmott helped identify the new Acrophylla alta species and explained that the most surprising feature of this giant stick insect was its weight, which, ...

With much of the world practicing social distancing, walks and other opportunities to get outdoors are the highlight of many people's days right now. A green sweat bee on a spiderwort flower. Photo by ...