It's commonly assumed that when insects are eaten by birds, they and their unborn young have no chance of survival. However, a team of Japanese researchers hypothesized that the eggs within insect ...

Squadrons of small sooty-brown, sickle-winged birds called chimney swifts zip through the air in rapid twists and turns while gobbling up flying insects. Their 5-inch-long bodies taper at both ends, ...

As we go through these winter days, I look forward to warmer, spring temperatures, abundant sunshine, and a new growing season. Along with nicer days, insect populations increase during spring and ...

The next time you feel like you’re too small to make a difference, think of the mantis. Scientists have discovered that many species of these badass little bugs habitually hunt, kill, and devour ...