Insects are the most diverse group of organisms in the world. They also play a vital role in the functioning of all of the earth’s ecosystems. In fact, there are more than 900,000 different species of ...

Exploring anywhere on Earth, look closely and you’ll find insects. Check your backyard and you may see ants, beetles, crickets, wasps, mosquitoes and more. There are more kinds of insects than there ...

Through pollination and feeding on all parts of plants, insects influence which plants thrive, which struggle, and even ...

Scientists have made a remarkable discovery about cellophane bees -- their microbiomes are some of the most fermentative known from the insect world. These bees, which are named for their use of ...

Insects are among the most prolific and successful invaders of new habitats, but not all regions are equal in the numbers of insects that have spread beyond their borders. However, recent research led ...

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. SAN DIEGO (KSWB) — Visitors to the San Diego ...

It’s estimated that roughly 90% of the world’s plants depend on bees’ survival. Bees are the world’s most significant pollinators and are vital to our ecosystem. These tiny insects excel as a colony, ...

Source: Steve Nicholls/with permission. Insects are amazing animals. They're all over the place and simply put, their well-being is crucial for the fate of our planet and all other animals, including ...

Scientists are bugging out as the insect world endures “death by a thousand cuts,” according to several new studies. Insects have been under attack by climate change, agricultural practices and other ...

A renowned photographer who hopes to persuade humans to love their insect brethren has teamed with scientists on a new exhibition at the American Museum of Natural History. By Alix Strauss This ...