Beetle : Science World Report

Jan 22, 2016 09:09 AM EST

A beetle may help researchers deal with frost.

Oct 12, 2015 01:16 PM EDT

World's Tiniest, Free-Living Insect Discovered Feasting on Fungi

Scientists may have discovered the world's tiniest, free-living insect. They've made a precise measurement of the featherwing beetle species, which measures a tiny .325 mm.

Aug 31, 2015 06:54 AM EDT

Disappointing Corpse Flower in Chicago Needs Help Blooming

The corpse flower that has received so much attention at the Chicago Botanic Garden in Glencoe has been a bit of a disappointment.

Jun 05, 2015 04:06 PM EDT

The Ladybirds' Poisonous Colors Warn Off Potential Predators

A ladybird is one of Britain's best-loved and colorful groups of insects. Yet did you know its brightness shows a bit more than how strikingly beautiful these little bugs are? It is actually a warning to predators about how toxic it is. The findings are published in the journal Scientific Reports.

Jan 29, 2015 10:58 AM EST

Strange, Blind Beetles Overturn Traditional View of Evolution

Scientists have made a surprising discovery beneath the Western Australian desert which challenges the traditional view of evolution.

Apr 28, 2014 09:01 AM EDT

Sexual Conflict Affects Females More Than Males: Burying Beetles and Parental Care

It turns out that sexual conflict may affect females more than males--at least when it comes to beetles. Scientists have discovered that sexual conflict over mating impacts the parental care behavior and reproductive productivity of burying beetles.