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The further south you go, the bigger the bugs. Heat has a dramatic effect on the growth rate of some species, and North ...
Using Tools to Catch Prey The assassin bugs shown in this clip feed on termites, while other species feed on worms, aphids, flies, and beetles.
The ability to use tools is not widespread in the animal world. It has previously been associated with mammals and birds. However, we are learning that some insects are also adept at tool use. One ...
What comes to mind when you think of beneficial insects in your yard? Observant gardeners will often name one of the voracious predators of other insects. These include generalist predators such as ...
Thankfully, Powassan virus is still rare in Minnesota, but that is not the case for the deadliest creature on earth, which is ...
Sugar gliders are named for their love of sweet foods, such as nectar and sap, but in Tasmania, they’re out here eating birds ...
The animal that kills the most humans each year isn’t massive or visibly dangerous. In fact, it’s small, nearly silent, and often goes unnoticed.
What's your least favorite vegetable to eat? I guess lima beans. It’s difficult to find things that I don’t like to eat. What's your favorite bug? I’m a big fan of the assassin bug group.