The characteristics of the “egress complex” found in termite mounds can be replicated to enhance…
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.
During the insect sampling expedition at Jerry Brown’s ranch, a researcher from UC Berkeley stumbled…
New Hypothesis Says It’s To Do With How They Harden Their Shells Scientists propose that…
In a twist that surprised UCLA researchers, starving ants were more cautious, not less, in…
However, there’s also good news – the disease-carrying pests may not survive the winter. A…
Culex lactator Spreads in Florida, Raising Concerns Over Disease Risks Another new mosquito species has…
New study shows brown widow spiders actively seek and kill nearby black widows. Black widow…
A giant Titanomyrma ant fossil in Canada questions previous assumptions about its preference for hot…
Tiny insects known as sharpshooters excrete by catapulting urine drops at incredible accelerations. Their excretion…
Recent identification of the giant lacewing points to deeper ecological questions. A giant insect plucked…
An Entomologist Has Identified a New Species of Large Insect From Nepal With Odd Genitalia…
Unprecedented Elasticity in Female Locusts’ Nervous System The female locust’s digging ability allows her to…
The Ongoing Asian Hornet Invasion: Traced Back to a Single Source in Europe In Europe,…
Colony losses and lower honey production in recent decades could be explained by a drop…
The Cockroach Mating Ritual and Its Sweet Surprise New research from North Carolina State University…
Very low concentrations of the popular organic insecticide spinosad have profound effects on beneficial insect…
What do grasshoppers eat? It’s not just grass! New Leicester research shows similarities with mammal…
Chemicals used as bait to trap and track so-called ‘murder hornets’ as they expand their…