Why Are We Seeing So Many Fireflies in New York This Year?
There have been reports of higher than normal firefly populations, but it’s probably fine. Continue reading Why Are We Seeing So Many Fireflies in New York This Year?
Category Archives: insects
The International Space Station Will Soon Help Track Bird and Insect Migration
75 percent of small birds and bugs are too small to track globally. The ICARUS initiative will change that. Continue reading The International Space Station Will Soon Help Track Bird and Insect Migration
This Moth With a Golden Head and Small Genitals Was Named After Trump
“By naming this species after the 45th President of the United States, I hope to bring some public attention to […] the neglected micro-fauna component of the North American biodiversity.” Continue reading This Moth With a Golden Head and Small Genitals Was Named After Trump
Watch Genetically Modified Zika-Fighting Mosquitoes Released From a Van
Like an ice-cream truck—one that distributes genetically-modified, disease-fighting insects instead of sweet treats. Continue reading Watch Genetically Modified Zika-Fighting Mosquitoes Released From a Van
Meet the Cyborg Beetles, Real Insects That Are Controlled Like Robots
Scientists can precisely control the insects’ movements through electrical stimulation, and say they could be used to save human lives. Continue reading Meet the Cyborg Beetles, Real Insects That Are Controlled Like Robots
Jumping Spiders Can ‘Hear’ Using Their Leg Hairs
Spidey senses are tingling (literally). Continue reading Jumping Spiders Can ‘Hear’ Using Their Leg Hairs
Will a Carnivorous Pitcher Plant Solve VICE’s Fly Problem? An Investigation
An attempt to weaponize mother nature against the VICE office’s fly infestation. Continue reading Will a Carnivorous Pitcher Plant Solve VICE’s Fly Problem? An Investigation
Another Reason We Can’t Live Without Bees: They Can Deliver Pesticides
There’s Never Been a Better Time to Start Eating Crickets
I’m a cricket convert, and you can be too. Here’s why. Continue reading There’s Never Been a Better Time to Start Eating Crickets
These Cave-Dwelling Glowworms Will Give You The Creeps
ourney into these northern New Zealand caves where glowworms speckle the ceilings with pseudo-starlight and work up a carnivorous appetite. Continue reading These Cave-Dwelling Glowworms Will Give You The Creeps