Insects

Research shows that higher levels of skin carboxylic acids make people 100 times more attractive to mosquitoes.

Springtime brings blossoms to Israel, and these attract butterflies. One of the most common species that we can find almost everywhere is the little Fiery Copper butterfly.

Before the second winter, the larvae reach their final stage but don't pupate. Instead, they enter obligatory diapause, a natural dormancy phase in their life cycle.

To combat the potential locust invasion, 85.8 million rubles will be allocated for creating special squads and purchasing ground sprayers.

“By studying them, we’re not just learning about their world; we’re finding ways to make our own world more sustainable," Prof. Segoli said.

Entomophthora muscae infects flies and manipulates their behavior to spread spores.

The Brazilian yellow scorpion, or by its scientific name Tityus serrulatus, is considered the most venomous scorpion in South America.

Compared to the species already known to science, the new features of the bug include unique colors and shapes that the researchers believe were used as a deterrent against predators.

This beautiful creature has colorful rear wings, and surprisingly, its front wings are almost transparent. No other butterfly in Israel has transparent-like wings except the Apollo.

Rejected males experience frustration that impairs their ability to cope with other stresses, new Bar-Ilan University study finds

A viral puzzle has been making the rounds on social media recently. Can you solve it?