Optical measurements through the skin are challenging because they usually represent averages across the various layers of skin that are illuminated. A study in Nature Metabolism uses a depth ...

The first step is to better understand the type of insects common to North America and what effects you might encounter. Then you'll have a better sense of the over-the-counter (OTC) products that can ...

The June bug is also called the May beetle or June beetle. There are over 100 species of June bugs, and all of them start their lives as white grubs once they hatch from their eggs. These grubs ...

No matter how careful you are about animals in your home, or how much care you take when you are outdoors, animal and insect bites and stings are sometimes unavoidable. Fleas, mites, and chiggers ...

Stick bugs are a fascinating insect variety. They have uniquely camouflaged bodies that make them fun models in science education. But their eating habits can devastate trees and damage forests.

While many gardeners resort to chemical treatments to fend off unwanted bugs, there’s a more environmentally friendly way to protect your plants: beneficial insects. These natural allies help control ...

Move over bees, MIT researchers have developed a robot insect designed for artificial pollination, laying the groundwork for entirely indoor farms of the future. The robot’s lifelike flapping wings ...

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These insects are itty-bitty bugs that can take up residence in homes, where they have been known to cause damage to fabrics and fibers. If you've happened upon one of these clinging to your wall, you ...

In Season 2 of “A Real Bug’s Life,” Nat Geo invites viewers into the fascinating microcosm of insects, showcasing their intricate lives with unprecedented detail. From the delicate dance of ...

Green mold and flaking paint in 2022. — “Unidentified slime” and “an abundance of insects” in 2023. — A puddle of “blood, debris and trash” in 2024. Boar’s Head officials said in ...