Oribatid mites, minuscule soil-dwelling creatures, have been decomposing organic matter for millions of years. With over ...

The findings reveal that insects developed modern patterns of herbivory long before flowering plants flourished, upending a ...

A rare and stunning discovery in New York State has unveiled a 450-million-year-old fossil that provides valuable insights ...

It is affectionately known as the Mudhen, with Mud in reference to its air to ground role and darker color scheme and hen ...

Nautilus- Age: Over 500 million years. This deep-sea mollusk is a "living fossil" that has survived multiple mass extinctions ...

School’s back and that means head lice will once again plague households with primary school-aged children. Here’s what you ...

Live poison dart frogs will be featured at the Bohart Museum of Entomology open house, themed “Venomous vs. Poisonous,” on ...

The worlds of The Lord of the Rings and Harry Potter share more than magic and adventure. These two stories reflect timeless themes of good versus evil, sacrifice, and destiny.

Domestic grazers are increasingly replacing wild herbivores in ecosystems around the world, leading to insidious changes in ...

Some experts believe that zoos should also aim to hit other goals like conservation and education. Read more at ...

Spiders are declining in livestock-grazed areas, while ticks and mites are increasing. This change affects ecosystems and ...