According to the Smithsonian, America is home to 91,000 described species of insects, with 73,000 more than are undescribed.

It’s true that most people do not put the words “beautiful” and “insect” together unless they’re thinking of butterflies. But there are beautiful insects out there that are not butterflies. As with ...

Physiologically, ants are simple organisms, but their behavior is surprisingly complex. These tiny insects are driven by work and the wellbeing of the colony as a whole. A Clark University researcher ...

Michigan has 10 insects on its invasive species list. Many of these insects threaten trees and plants across the state. If you believe you have found one of these invasive insects, you can report it ...

There are nearly 1 million known insect species on Earth, and just 2% of these insects are harmful to plants, animals or humans. Managing insects in the vegetable garden and home landscape requires an ...

Nature has always amazed us with its incredible colours, and some of the most breathtaking displays which come from the tiniest of the creatures, insects. From butterflies and moths to beetles and ...

Insects may be small, but some of them have a pack of powerful punch. From sting-venoms to disease transmission, certain insects can cause serious harm. Here are some of the species of insects that ...

Carnivorous plants survive in nutrient-poor areas by trapping insects for food. Here are 10 well-known species from around ...