WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. – A termite's own biology with help from microorganisms called protists, are keys to the insect's digestion of woody material, according to a Purdue University scientist. Michael ...

Humans are believed to have started farming about 10,000 years ago, and agriculture has since then helped ensure that mankind's growing populations get enough supply of food. Findings of a new study, ...

You’ve likely heard the phrase “it takes a village to raise a child”, but how many termites does it take to build a termite mound? These insects are more than simple pests plaguing homeowners; they ...

Termite bites happen, but they’re extremely rare. In most cases, they can be managed at home without the need for medical care. Share on Pinterest Tahreer Photography/Getty Images Termites are ...

Say the name of certain types of animals around folks, and you will assuredly get a negative response. Say “rattlesnake” while near your deer blind, say “shark” while swimming in the ocean, or say ...

The Mofu*, who live in the Mandara Mountains of northern Cameroon, have developed a rich lore about their insects and have a particularly impressive entomological vocabulary. This may be in part ...