Ladybirds, with their distinctive look and vibrant colours, are great for introducing classification in the classroom. They are also common in many habitats, so they work well for classes looking to ...

We have numerous solutions to these problems — to climate change, biodiversity loss (including insects) and pollution — but sometimes it means putting life before profit, and that doesn’t sit well ...

Following the recent storms in Bexar County, residents might notice large groups of flying insects — but what are these creatures?

Insects are crucial for the health of nature, whereas humans are not. And since insects are ‘dropping like flies’, does loss of insects mean nature is collapsing? That question of whether ...

Insects are small but have a huge impact. Insects represent more than half of all wild species on the planet, with more than a million described species. Their variety amazes some people and disgusts ...

10 insects that call human bodies their home including body lice, ticks, bed bugs, and more Head lice Head lice are small insects that live in human hair, especially on the scalp.

Insects are usually small and easy to miss. But some are much bigger than you’d expect. These flying insects don’t scare with their speed or strength– they stand out just because of how ...

Discover interesting facts about insects, the critters whose combined weight on the planet is 70 times that of all humans.

Insects are declining due to habitat loss and rising temperatures. Bees struggle in cities, and nighttime heat worsens the impact.

Some lights draw more bugs than others. Here's what the science says about which types of bulbs you should buy to keep from attracting insects to your lights.

The number of insect species is mind-boggling – and they are a critical part of the environment.