A study of more than 1,400 protein-coding genes of fleas has resolved one of the…
Browsing: Entomology
Entomology is the scientific study of insects, a diverse and ecologically vital group that makes up the majority of known animal species on Earth. This branch of zoology explores insect biology, behavior, evolution, ecology, and their interactions with humans, animals, and plants. Entomologists play a key role in understanding pollination, disease transmission, pest control, and biodiversity. Their research informs agriculture, public health, conservation, and even forensic science. As environmental changes and global health challenges evolve, entomology remains essential for monitoring ecosystems, developing sustainable practices, and managing insect-borne diseases.
Most insects can fly. Yet scores of species have lost that extraordinary ability, particularly on islands.…
Research from Wellesley College professor Heather Mattila shows that bees use animal dung to prevent…
Honeybees spread animal dung on the entrance of their hives to effectively ward off giant…
Ants use their own acid to disinfect themselves and their stomachs. A team from Martin…
Bees and humans are about as different organisms as one can imagine. Yet despite their…
There are over 20,000 species of bee, but accurate data about how these species are…
Florida Atlantic University study shows how monarch butterfly caterpillars go from peaceful feeders to aggressive…
The Arthropods have been among the most successful animals on Earth since the Cambrian Period,…
They belong to the bark beetle family, and they are the only animals in nature,…
University of California, Irvine materials scientists discover design secrets of nearly indestructible insect. Southern California’s…
Getting run over by a car is not a near-death experience for the diabolical ironclad…
For a honey bee, few things are more important than recognizing your nestmates. Being able…
The research could help development of new pest control methods. A unique study conducted by…
It’s one of the world’s deadliest animals, and it has a taste for human blood:…
If you want a dog to hunt something down, it helps to let them sniff…
Researchers have observed black imported fire ants using sand to draw liquid food out of…
Running into an unseen spiderweb in the woods can be scary enough, but what if…