insect
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They found Madagascar "hissing" cockroaches, a bulky insect named for its noisy defence mechanism, and dubia cockroaches, an invasive critter bred as a snack for pet lizards.
From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026
The insect permanently sheds its wings and spends the remainder of its life moving through fur and feeding on blood.
From Science Daily • Jun. 2, 2026
The orange-and-black insect became a symbol for the pro-migrant movement years ago because it travels long distances between Mexico and the United States.
From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026
The charity has also warned about the impact on insect populations.
From BBC • May 10, 2026
Raymie heard a rustle of something in the bushes, the hum of electricity from the streetlight, the buzz of insect wings.
From "Raymie Nightingale" by Kate DiCamillo
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