Recent estimates have come to the consensus that our planet hosts roughly six million species. But new research reveals that ...

Insects may be far more numerous than anyone thought. A new study estimates that Earth holds 14 million to 20 million insect ...

For 40 years, we thought Earth was home to six million insect species. Turns out, it could be three times that.

Insects may be even more dominant on Earth than scientists thought. A new estimate suggests the planet could hold 14 million ...

A new study more than doubles previous estimates of how many distinct kinds of insects are currently inhabiting the planet.

A study in Costa Rica has big implications for extinction and conservation.

Over 40 percent of insect species could become extinct in the next few decades, according to the “Worldwide decline of the entomofauna: A review of its drivers” report, published in the journal ...

Source: Steve Nicholls/with permission. Insects are amazing animals. They're all over the place and simply put, their well-being is crucial for the fate of our planet and all other animals, including ...