insect

Example Sentences

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"I've recorded 18 out of the 24 bumblebee species in the UK here," the insect research scientist said - "it's a really, really special place."

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

Also, those with insect phobias should consider this when planning a visit.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

For more than ten years, Evan Economo's lab has relied on micro CT scanners to image insect specimens.

From Science Daily • Mar. 10, 2026

A distinguishing feature is that on each hand, the possum's fourth finger is twice the length of other digits, which scientists say help it dig out wood-boring insect larvae, it's main source of food.

From BBC • Mar. 6, 2026

Slowly, using her best script, she copied her notes from the past two decades of insect study.

From "The Girl Who Drew Butterflies: How Maria Merian's Art Changed Science" by Joyce Sidman