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 ...

A garden bursting with fresh spring leaves looks like a victory parade for nature. Unfortunately, the insect world treats that same parade like an all-you-can-eat buffet. March marks the moment when ...

Earlier this year, we asked readers in a survey if their houses had been infested by the infamous brown marmorated stink bug and what they do to get rid of them. The invasive bug, originally from Asia ...

Depending on the species, cicadas emerge from their underground homes every two to 17 years. During their time outside, cicadas molt as part of their growth, undergoing a fascinating trasnformation.

About 200 years ago, the lobster was regarded by most Americans as a filthy, bottom-feeding scavenger unfit for consumption by civilized people. Frequently ground up and used as fertilizer, the ...

Calling all busy, buzzy little bees and future entomologists! The Ozark Bug Crawl returns to the Historic Cane Hill campus from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 23. “It began as an opportunity to educate the ...