Scientists found that a fungus called Escovopsis living in ant nests has a long and surprising history. New research shows a ...
The use of entomopathogenic fungi in insect pest management represents a promising and ecologically sustainable approach. These fungi, notably Beauveria bassiana and Metarhizium spp., naturally infect ...
These trends threaten to undermine progress made in tackling animal vector-borne pathogens, including decades of investment and emerging technologies such as harnessing bacteria, genetic engineering ...
"That’s their blood meal." Experts issue warning as disease-carrying insects appear in new US regions: 'They are locked into ...
The fungi had infected species of ancient ants and flies that became trapped. Scientists have discovered two new species of ancient parasitic fungi preserved in amber dating back 99 million years. The ...
A glob of 99 million-year-old amber has preserved an ancient fly in horror show fashion: with the mushroom-like fruiting body of zombie fungus bursting forth from its head.The insect, along with a ...
There are numerous factors behind the surge. Expert issues urgent warning about disease-carrying insects lurking in US region ...
While often overlooked, insects pose significant threats to human health, transmitting deadly diseases like malaria and ...
To the casual observer, the motivations that drive insect behaviors may appear quite simple: An insect might leave the nest to find food, wander around to seek out potential mates, or move into the ...