We consult bee expert Jess Mullins to find out the answer!
We consult bee expert Jess Mullins to find out the answer!
Bees help us – they pollinate plants, including our food crops. How can we help bees?
There’s no denying it. Beetles are awesome. Color one in today!
Build a habitat for insects. It’s easy and fun!
What are some differences between butterflies and moths? And how are they related? Find out!
Have you ever wondered how many legs a caterpillar has or if caterpillar “feet” are sticky? We have! We asked expert moth-er David Moskowitz (hand pictured) to answer our caterpillar leg questions. How many legs does a caterpillar have? Do all caterpillars have the same…
Have you ever looked at the ants in your yard or at a park and wondered just how many there are in the world? Now, scientists have a new estimate that may surprise you!
Insects are really important Insects are important in almost every terrestrial (land-based) ecosystem on Earth. Insects recycle waste and build fertile soil. They pollinate plants. And they are a source of prey for many other species. A famous entomologist named E.O. Wilson wrote about the importance of…
Test your cockroach knowledge today!
Krystle Hickman takes awesome photographs of native bees in her home state of California. Read our interview with Krystle to learn more about why native bees are important.
Nets attached to a tall tower in the Amazon have trapped thousands of insects at surprising heights!