We gardeners understand the concept of separating. We routinely separate insects in our garden into “good” and “bad” columns.

University of Bristol-led research found that some Heliconius butterflies can live far longer than close relatives and may ...

It’s easy to stop in your tracks when you spot a butterfly flying by. But what does it mean if you see a butterfly? If you've ...

Insects are arguably the most important animals on the planet. Their variety is unparalleled in nature, and they carry out vital tasks such as pollinating plants and providing food for other animals.

A tropical butterfly from the Heliconius tribe has evolved to live a maximum lifespan of 348 days, nearly 25 times longer than its relatives.

Insect populations have been in decline the last 20 years, so if you want to do your part to help them this is what you need ...

Some butterflies carry markings on their wings that resemble false heads, complete with spots and tail-like shapes. These ...

Spring never has been more welcome. After more than a year of isolation, spirits across the country are being reinvigorated by daffodils, birdsong and longer days. In the western United States, ...

Chillier mornings and higher heating bills aren’t the only signs of the changing seasons. Common insects, too, are having to adapt. One day we see them in our gardens and parks, the next they appear ...

A species of butterfly found in Sub-Saharan Africa is able to migrate thousands of miles to Europe, crossing the Saharan Desert, in years when weather conditions are favorable, scientists have found.

Insects are arguably the most important animals on the planet. Their variety is unparalleled in nature, and they carry out vital tasks such as pollinating plants and providing food for other animals.