Carpet beetles(Anthrenus verbasci) don't bite humans, though their larvae can cause a reaction if they come into contact with the skin of someone who's sensitive to ...

How many legs do insects have? Insects have six legs. These legs are attached to the central part of an insect's body, the thorax, and they are controlled by muscles in the thorax. Insects have hearts ...

Emerald ash borer damage is seen on a Madawaska tree in the first documented case of the invasive insect in Maine. Credit: U.S. Forest Service As we enjoy the height of summer, we can also start to ...

The offspring of two different species are referred to as hybrids. One familiar example of a hybrid animal is a mule: the offspring of a female horse (Equus caballus) and a male donkey (Equus asinus).