Scientists studied the defences used by caterpillars that transform into large white butterflies, called Pieris brassicae. The insects regurgitate semi-digested cabbage leaves to make them smell and ...

Hummingbirds bring vibrant life to any garden, but they also attract a range of predators and pests that can threaten their survival. From stealthy hunters to unassuming insects, these creatures can ...

Most spiders are both predators and prey, playing an essential role in the food web (pun intended). In fact, many spiders act as a natural form of pest control, consuming small insects like mosquitoes ...

If aphids, slugs and other garden pests are turning your outdoor space into a battleground, it might be time to let nature lend a helping hand. Creating a healthy, sustainable garden is becoming ...

Many insects, like this malachite butterfly, face critical heat stress under future temperatures. Photo by Kim Holzmann, CC BY Insects make up to 90% of all animal species on the planet, and most of ...