Local conservationists are counting on an army of bugs to combat another army of bugs. According to a news release from the ...

Dung beetles remove feces from wild animals in forests and thus inhibit the spread of parasites. They work the dung into the ...

If beetles seem to be everywhere, that’s because they are. Some beetles stand out because they’re colorful. Think about jewel beetles and ladybugs. Others play useful and weird roles in the ecosystem ...

Insects make up to 90% of all animal species on the planet, and most of them can be found in the tropics, the regions around ...

Conservation groups released hundreds of predatory beetles in Cooperstown to help protect local hemlock trees from a damaging ...

Spiders and insects are often considered pests. Some people would rather see the creepy-crawly creatures dead than buzzing ...

None of us want bugs invading our homes—especially the kind that chew through our favorite fabrics. If you’re a seasoned homeowner, chances are you’ve already battled pests like spiders or fruit flies ...

The warmest winter in Colorado history could lead to record-breaking proliferation of pine beetles, a tiny insect that has ...

Scientists rethink why giant insects once ruled the skies, finding oxygen may not explain their size or disappearance.

Field margins where hedges have been planted attract twice as many insects as those without hedges. This holds true even in ...

Learn more about the economic thresholds for insects in corn and soybeans. Plus, when should you scout for each insect?