While most animals reproduce sexually, some species rely solely on females for parthenogenetic reproduction. Even in these ...

The Orsillus maculatus was found by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agricultural specialists, arriving in cypress cones from Jordan.

This week's roundup (2/2-2/8) covers Pixar Putt, It's Tough to Be a Bug ride closure, and more at Walt Disney World and ...

The bugs in the clip appeared to be mold mites — the common name for a range of species that infest humid environments.

One of the largest 17-year cicada broods is expected to emerge in south-central Pa., but experts say it's essential for the ...

Invasive plants (i.e. weeds) have been on the upswing lately as a threat to take over desirable plants, out-compete farm crops, and disturb the fragile health of ecosystems.

"Dog-day cicadas usually are not heard until the end of June or early July ... willows and ash species. But the bugs are "very opportunistic feeders" and will likely be attracted to whatever ...

Giant water bugs are freshwater insects that belong to the family Belostomatidae. Over 60 species of water bugs exist worldwide, and 20 of these species live in North America. What do water bugs ...

The supergiant bug species (L) and Star Wars villain Darth Vader (R). Scientists have discovered an alien-looking, 'supergiant' sea bug species in Vietnam and named it Bathynomus vaderi after ...

Treating a bug bite or sting will usually relieve symptoms of pain, itching, swelling, and minor irritation. The first step is to better understand the type of insects common to North America and what ...

A new study published in the ZooKeys journal tells the story of Bathynomus vaderi, a new "supergiant" sea bug species found off the coast of Vietnam. Its menacing face and its resemblance to the ...