The larva of mango flies can burrow under the skin of mammals, including people and pets like dogs. They live under the skin until they mature into adults and burst out of the skin. Mango flies ...

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Australian scientist have named a rare horse fly after none other than Beyonce. But what was it that encouraged the taxonomists to name the insect after the superstar? Apparently its unique, golden ...

Most insects landing on the natural fly paper plant, Roridula grogonias, are in for a sticky end. However, mirid bugs that make the sticky plants their homes seem immune to the alluring adhesive. So ...

The giant water bug is a predatory insect that hunts aquatic creatures. This bug has sharp mouthparts that deliver a painful bite to prey and humans. Many people call the giant water bug a “toe biter” ...