Ants rely on an extraordinary sense of smell to build and organize their societies. Each…
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.
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…
In the frozen world of Antarctica, one tiny insect has mastered the art of survival.…
New research has discovered 16 new desert grasshopper species, revealing their Ice Age-driven isolation and…
Scientists are using tiny QR codes to track honey bee movements and gather groundbreaking insights…
Beetles are an evolutionary success, with rove beetles’ diversification largely due to their unique tergal…
A new study finds that attine ants developed structural adaptations to host bacteria, specifically Pseudonocardia,…
Ants have been farming fungi since shortly after an asteroid triggered a mass extinction 66…