Entomology
Entomology, from the Greek words entomos (meaning segmented) and logia (meaning study of) is the scientific discipline focused on the study of insects. It is a sub-discipline of zoology (the study of animals).
Worldwide, the number of insect species is estimated conservatively by the International Union for Conservation of Nature to approach (or likely exceed) 950,000. Insects are critical components of Earth's ecological systems in their varied roles that range from pollinators to disease vectors to foodstuffs rich in protein.
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West Nile Virus
Since 1999, more than 30,000 people in the United States have been reported as getting sick with West Nile virus. Infected mosquitoes spread West Nile virus (WNV) that can... More »
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Geophony, Biophony, and Anthrophony
What do these words mean? Biophony is the melodic sound created by such organisms as frogs and birds; geophony, the composition of non-biological sounds like wind, rain and... More »
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Pollination
Pollination in angiosperms and gymnosperms is the process that transfers pollen grains, which contain the male gametes (sperm) to where the female gamete(s) are contained... More »
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Scaptia beyonceae: new species of fly
A previously un-named species of horse fly whose appearance is dominated by its glamorous golden lower abdomen has been named in honour of American pop diva,... More »
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Condition of U.S. Butterflies and Moths
Internet Catches Updated Butterfly and Moth Website Why should we care about butterflies and moths? Thanks to butterflies, bees, birds, and other animal pollinators,... More »
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Bats' worth to agriculture
Bats Worth Billions to Agriculture: Pest-control Services at Risk Pest-control services provided by insect-eating bats in the United States likely save the U.S.... More »
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Sonoran Bumblebee
Bombus sonorus, the Sonoran Bumblebee The Sonoran bumblebee, Bombus sonorus, is a large and colorful native bee of the Sonoran desert and much of the western United States.... More »
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Fritillary
This article was written by Beatriz Moisset. People who are not very familiar with butterflies frequently mistake fritillaries for their more famous distant cousins the... More »
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Bed Bug Information
While bed bugs are not known to transmit disease, their presence is unwelcome and has presented difficult challenges and distress to many people. Experts suspect the... More »
Evolution of blood sucking insects
Last Updated on 2013-02-18 at 11:03
Evolution of blood sucking insects is intimately intertwined with the evolution of higher organisms. The class Insecta consists of about three quarters of a million described... More »
History of pathogens
Last Updated on 2012-11-19 at 01:35
The history of pathogens can be construed as examining the known information regarding the occurrence of pathogens in Geologic time, and also the period of mankind's... More »
West Nile Virus
Last Updated on 2012-09-16 at 08:23
Since 1999, more than 30,000 people in the United States have been reported as getting sick with West Nile virus. Infected mosquitoes spread West Nile virus (WNV) that can... More »
Pest management
Last Updated on 2012-09-03 at 08:55
Pest Management
Early detection and treatment of pests means a healthier growing environment.
In Your Backyard
Pest management can be one of the... More »
Beneficial insects
Last Updated on 2012-07-26 at 12:08
The Nine-spotted Ladybug used to be one of the most commonly encountered ladybugs throughout its historic range. In recent years, it has declined to the point which it is now... More »
Insect Repellent
Last Updated on 2012-07-19 at 11:57
Insect Repellent Use and Safety
Do Not Ignore Insect Repellent Directions
Applying insect repellant is not complicated, but before you do, be sure to read the label... More »
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