insects

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There are cooperatively breeding insects, rodents, and even reptiles.

From Slate • May 10, 2026

The data from the project will help inform people how they can change their gardens to make modifications such as "hedgehog highways" and building log piles which will attract insects and mini-beasts to feed hedgehogs.

From BBC • May 9, 2026

With a hole for a toilet, and dirty mattresses "full of insects", conditions were "appalling", she said.

From Barron's • May 8, 2026

Trees only delay leafing after actual infestations, which prevents insects from adapting to the change over time.

From Science Daily • May 5, 2026

To protect himself from the many biting and stinging insects, Roosevelt wore a head net and long gloves so he could write about the expedition at the end of each day.

From "Death on the River of Doubt" by Samantha Seiple