Phylogenomics reveals angel insects' ancestry, resolving century‑old 'Zoraptera problem'

Zoraptera, also known as angel insects or ground lice, are tiny termite-like insects generally found underneath bark or in ...
VTDigger

Foresters adapt as insects become driving force in tree mortality

A recent University of Vermont study found that natural causes, including invasive insects, are killing more trees than logging in the Northeast.
Phys.org

Tree mortality from insects is rising across Europe

Insect-driven tree mortality is rising across Europe, according to an international study led by the Czech University of Life Sciences with participation of WSL. Conifers are hit harder, broadleaf ...
The Hill

Dozens of tree species face extinction from insects, diseases and climate change: research

A first-of-its-kind report shows more than 100 native species of trees in the lower 48 states are facing the threat of extinction due to invasive insects, diseases and climate change. A sweeping ...

Earth could have over 20 million insect species, leaving most still unknown to science

A groundbreaking study suggests Earth may host up to 20.3 million insect species, significantly more than the previously ...

Identify pests first to stop damage to lawns, trees and gardens

Don't spray blindly. Learn how to identify the insects, weeds, and animals causing damage to your home garden.

Earth may be home to 3x more insect species than scientists thought

Insects may be even more dominant on Earth than scientists thought. A new estimate suggests the planet could hold 14 million ...

As insects die off, birds are shrinking at this Lake Erie observatory

There are ways to support insects and protect your local birds.

Canada has lost over 60% of its flying insects since the 1970s, leaving tree swallows smaller and less successful at breeding, scientists found

A stark reality has emerged from Ontario's Long Point Bird Observatory: over 60% of flying insects have vanished in four ...