Don't give up on DEET or insect repellent. But in the right situation, mosquitoes are smart enough to seek out the smell, a ...

The chemical DEET works—but only until it doesn't.

Tom Wassmer is crouched down in a pasture, staring very intently at some cow manure. Wassmer is pointing at a nondescript dung beetle, no bigger than a grain of rice, with a shiny black head and a ...

Insects bite, sting, irritate, and can transmit disease — but they also pollinate flowers, contributing significantly to food production. Are they friends or foes? Join McHenry County College’s next ...

If you're fascinated by insects or usually run the other way when you see one, a popular Wichita Falls event is hoping to ...

Men desperate for affection from females could learn a lesson from the mating habits of giant water bugs. According to a ...

Insects do not just show up—they take over patios, gardens, and kitchens when conditions allow it. Many homeowners want a safer way to push them back without relying on harsh chemicals or expensive ...

Scientists developed a cyborg roach system that uses heartbeat and body signals to help AI decide when to act and when to ...

Entomologists say insects are declining at alarming rates — one major study estimates we’re losing 2% in total insect biomass every year. Now, the National Academy of Sciences is preparing to embark ...