insect
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"This new ant species is the insect equivalent of cleaner fish in the ocean," Moffett said.
From Science Daily • Apr. 14, 2026
“They’re not medically significant,” said Pat Wooden, the insect identification lab manager at Virginia Tech.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026
"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
The Dutch physician Jan Swammerdam dissected countless insect specimens to help dispel the notion that each phase of an insect was a completely different species of animal.
From "The Girl Who Drew Butterflies: How Maria Merian's Art Changed Science" by Joyce Sidman
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