More than half of all known animal species on Earth are insects — critters with a hard external skeleton, three pairs of jointed legs, antennae and a body divided into three segments (the head, thorax ...

All insects belong to the phylum Arthropoda. But unlike other arthropods—like lobsters, spiders, or millipedes—insects have three pairs of jointed legs, segmented bodies, an exoskeleton, one pair of ...

CLEVELAND, Ohio - Mosquitoes are known for irritating itchy bites and infectious diseases. But there are many interesting facts about the pesky insects, who arrived on Earth long before humans. Here ...

Easily distracted by artificial light and pinging sounds, these little critters are antisocial, despite preferring to travel in large groups. They spend the majority of their lives courting one ...

Insects may sometimes seem like a scourge on humanity, but without them, our lives would look very different. The quintillions of insects that inhabit our world help feed us, clothe us and have ...

Learn some interesting facts about insects with the help of some insect art. Learn some interesting facts about insects with the help of some insect art.

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WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. - The approach of spring means many things, but at Purdue University's annual Bug Bowl on April 17-18, the buzz is all about insects. Bowl events include cricket spitting, ...

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Bats sometimes get a bad rap, but these fascinating facts show how they pollinate plants, control insects and thrive in the ...