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Desert ants of the Cataglyphis nodus species use the Earth's magnetic field for spatial orientation, but these tiny insects rely on a different component of the field than other insects ...
Following the recent storms in Bexar County, residents might notice large groups of flying insects — but what are these creatures?
Whether planning a vacation that involves plenty of time outdoors-possibly around bugs-or just want protection while enjoying your backyard, a forest hike or time in a grassland or desert ...
"The desert fly seemed actively attracted to warmer ... Of course we care about the insects, and we hope that what we learn may help us appreciate and protect them better." The paper, titled ...
In a state where lightning bugs are a rare sight ... “Fireflies have strategies for surviving in the desert," Hetherington said. "The biggest one is associating with perennial springs, streams ...
MOUNT DESERT ISLAND, Maine (WABI) - An invasive insect species that’s native to Northeast Asia has been discovered on Mount Desert Island. It’s believed that the Emerald Ash Borer made its way ...
In 2022, the Chilean government announced the creation of a new national park in the Atacama desert, in an effort to protect these rare blooms along with the wildlife — including insects ...