A tiny worm that leaps high into the air—up to 25 times its body length—to attach to flying insects uses static electricity ...

Tiny worms use static electricity to launch and stick to flying insects - scientists reveal how the trick works.

A parasitic worm uses static electricity to launch itself onto flying insects, a mechanism uncovered by physicists and ...

Researchers have discovered a microscopic roundworm that uses electrostatic induction to launch itself onto flying insects.

Taking flight: a parasitic roundworm prepares to jump on its host (courtesy: Victor M. Ortega-Jimenez) Researchers in the US ...

Engineers are turning to animal origami, from insects that tuck away wings to a protist with an accordion-like neck, for ...

In his book The Genius Bat, ecologist Yossi Yovel explains why these mammals are a vital part of ecosystems, pollinating ...

A recent Journal of Orthoptera Research article describes two newly identified katydid species endemic to the southern ...

When Dwayne LaGrou asked Weird Animal Question of the Week what animals have the largest eyes for their body size, we were ...

Yes, the annual spider “invasion” is on – but don’t panic: while spiders are most visible in homes at this time of year, it’s ...

Authorities have confirmed that multiple Asian Hornets have been found in Northern Ireland for the first time.

Scientists exploring northern Thailand's Pha Daeng Cave have discovered a new millipede species, Desmoxytes chaofa, or the Princess Dragon Millipede.