Most sensible people love chocolates but hate flies – especially when they land on the piece you were just about to pop into your mouth. Actually, you ought to allow them that indulgence because if it ...

Insects are the dominant form of animal life on our planet, providing humans and wildlife with pollination, food, and recycling services but, despite concerns about population declines, little is ...

Growing up in Thailand’s northeastern Isan region, Suwimon Chantajohn learned from her grandfather which insects were best to eat. Captivated by his stories of surviving on bugs during his ...

When we think of dangerous animals, our minds often jump to lions, sharks, or venomous snakes. But here’s the twist– some of the most lethal creatures on the planet are tiny insects you wouldn ...

Our tests assess how quickly volunteers got bitten when using each product, and how much variation there was in time to first bite between participants. Tropical vs non-tropical repellents More ...

Fruit flies are at their worst when the weather warms. We asked a certified bug expert about the best ways to keep them out of your home and away from food. Arielle Burton is an associate content ...

There are few things as annoying as a mosquito bite. We’ve tried every old wives’ tale in the book, from eating huge quantities of asparagus to upping our intake of vitamin B. “You may have ...

Insect populations are declining globally, impacting ecosystems Only 1% of insect species have been assessed for conservation status A new framework is proposed for monitoring insect populations and ...

The skin bumps are the body's reaction to the insect's saliva. While the bug is sucking blood, some of its secretions get mixed in. Anaphylaxis With Insect Bites: Very Rare A severe life-threatening ...