Assassin bugs get their terrifying name from their stealthy nature. Read here to learn more about these insects' stings.
An insect that harvests and modifies plant resin to snare its prey adds to a growing body of evidence that suggests we may be underestimating the cunning of invertebrate animals. The assassin bug ...
The ability to use tools is not widespread in the animal world. It has previously been associated with mammals and birds. However, we are learning that some insects are also adept at tool use. One ...
In a study published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, researchers have discovered a remarkable example of tool use in the insect world. The assassin bug (Pahabengkakia piliceps) ...
Chagas disease can remain silent for years and often doesn’t surface until it’s too late for an effective treatment.
Bugs: pests, destroyers of crops, bringers of disease, educational tools? Tony Gustin thinks so. Gustin and his Creepy Crawly Zoo travel around the state to schools, libraries, bookstores and fairs ...
The two new “large” species were discovered in the central highlands and northern forests of Vietnam, according to a study. Khoi Do Unsplash In the evergreen forests of Vietnam, researchers scoured ...