Some of the smallest wildlife play extremely outsized roles in their ecosystems and globally, and now they're at risk. Recent research has found that insect numbers are declining rapidly, even in ...

The population of the iconic species is shrinking in the long term, but continued conservation efforts can help save it.

Even in areas relatively undisturbed by human activity, insect populations are on the decline, with climate change as a likely culprit. That's the finding of new research from the University of North ...

Have you ever heard of "No Mow May"? It's a movement where people are encouraged to skip mowing their lawns in May to help insects like bees and butterflies. The idea is this: by letting your grass ...

Research has shown how invasive species harm insect populations. The analysis of the impact of invasive species on insects was led by the U.K. Centre for Ecology and Hydrology. Published in the ...

New study shows insect populations declining even when people aren't around to bug them. A new study out shows insect populations are declining even without direct inference from humans. We asked one ...

Spiders and insects are often considered pests. Some people would rather see the creepy-crawly creatures dead than buzzing ...

Cicadas from a 17-year cicada brood and shells shed by cicada nymphs sit at the base of a tree on May 29, 2024, in Park Ridge, Ill. Cicadas are of the order Hemiptera — the type of winged insects ...