Researchers are trapping and tracking the New World screwworm to detect it early before it…
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.
New research reveals how viral infections in queen bees disturb colony stability and pinpoints a…
A study shows that bumblebees can be trained to tell the difference between long and…
A devil-horned bee discovered in Western Australia sheds light on how little we still know…
Climate change and habitat loss threaten the newly named trapdoor spider. Scientists from the University…
A research team has uncovered a strong connection between cockroach infestations and harmful household substances,…
Ants rely on an extraordinary sense of smell to build and organize their societies. Each…
Researchers found that pollen collected by honeybees is teeming with beneficial bacteria. These microbes make…
The matador bug’s flashy leg-waving isn’t a mating ritual but a predator deterrent, revealing a…
Seventy-nine percent of endemic species are showing declines, underscoring how fragile island biodiversity is in…
Insects in remote ecosystems are declining rapidly. Climate change is likely the cause. A recent…
The lab is contributing to a broader initiative aimed at studying the diversity of oak…
A Mediterranean moth was confirmed as a new species through DNA testing. It now bears…
Hidden beneath the forest floor, the humble millipede may hold the key to treating pain…
Bed bugs split from their bat-loving ancestors when they joined early humans exiting caves 60,000…
Healthier honey bees could help increase crop yields by improving pollination efficiency. Scientists have developed…
Virginia Tech researchers discovered a gene mutation in bed bugs linked to pesticide resistance and…
Spotted lanternflies have wreaked havoc on U.S. agriculture since their arrival in 2014, but Penn…