Entomology
Bed bugs may be the first human pest
Bed bugs may be the first human pest Bed bugs are likely the first human pest, according to new research that compared the whole genome sequence of two genetically distinct lineages of bed bugs. The human-associated lineage of bed bugs followed a similar demographic pattern as humans and may be the first true urban pest, […]
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Listen: Everything you should know about fireflies
Listen: Everything you should know about fireflies Fireflies, also known as lightning bugs, are out and about during summer, flashing their abdomens to attract mates. Their unique characteristics include voracious venomous larvae and gently glowing grownups. Clyde Sorenson, a professor of entomology at North Carolina State University, shares his knowledge on fireflies in a podcast. […]
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It’s miller moth season in Colorado – an entomologist explains why they’re important and where they’re headed
It’s miller moth season in Colorado – an entomologist explains why they’re important and where they’re headed Miller moths are an important species in Colorado, migrating from southeastern Colorado to the Front Range to forage for food and pollinate plants. The caterpillars of miller moths, also known as “army cutworms,” can be a nuisance but […]
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Billions of cicadas are emerging, from Cape Cod to north Georgia – here’s how and why we map them
Billions of cicadas are emerging, from Cape Cod to north Georgia – here’s how and why we map them Billions of cicadas from Brood XIV are emerging across 12 states in May and June 2025, creating a loud and noisy spectacle as they mate and lay eggs. The emergence of these cicadas is part of […]
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Insects are everywhere in farming and research − but insect welfare is just catching up
Insects are everywhere in farming and research − but insect welfare is just catching up Employees sort crickets by size at a farm in Thailand. AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit Did you know your lipstick might be made from beetles? Or that some cat food may soon be made from flies? People farm insects for all sorts […]
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How many types of insects are there in the world?
How many types of insects are there in the world? This is a close-up photo of an ordinary garden fly. Amith Nag Photography/Moment via Getty Images Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question you’d like an expert to answer, send it to CuriousKidsUS@theconversation.com. How many types of […]
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