Insects are everywhere, crawling across sidewalks, hanging out in our gardens, and even invading our homes. Despite inhabiting nearly every corner of the planet, many of the most common insect species ...

New species are being discovered at a faster rate than ever—more than 16,000 every year—and the trend shows no sign of slowing.

Through pollination and feeding on all parts of plants, insects influence which plants thrive, which struggle, and even ...

Over 70 new species, from insects to dinosaurs, were identified in 2025 by combining fieldwork, museum collections, and modern science.

Common European spittlebugs secretly spread a deadly bacterium, Xylella fastidiosa, threatening over 600 plant species.