Articles
100 articles on insects, identification, ecology, and the natural world.
The Fastest Insects in the World
Meet the speed champions of the insect world — from darting dragonflies and hawk moths in the air to sprinting cockroaches and tiger beetles on the ground.
ConservationWhy Are Bees So Important?
Understand why bees are vital to ecosystems and food production, the threats they face, and what we can do to help protect these essential pollinators.
Species GuidesWhat Do Grasshoppers Eat?
A detailed look at the diet of grasshoppers, covering the grasses, crops, and other plant material these herbivorous Orthoptera consume throughout their life cy...
ScienceThe Science Behind Insect Camouflage
Explore the remarkable adaptations that allow insects to blend into their surroundings, from crypsis and mimicry to colour-changing abilities and structural cam...
ScienceHow Do Insects Survive Winter?
Explore the remarkable strategies insects use to survive freezing temperatures — from diapause and freeze tolerance to migration and communal heating.
Practical GuidesHow to Build a Bug Hotel
A step-by-step guide to building a bug hotel that provides shelter for beneficial insects including solitary bees, ladybirds, lacewings, and beetles.
Species GuidesWhat Do Beetles Eat?
An exploration of beetle diets across the order Coleoptera — from herbivores and predators to wood feeders, dung rollers, and fungus farmers.
SeasonalWhat Insects Are Active at Night?
Explore the fascinating world of nocturnal insects in the UK, from moths and beetles to crickets and glowworms, and learn why they prefer the dark.
GardeningHow to Create a Wildlife-Friendly Garden
A practical guide to transforming your garden into a haven for insects, birds, and other wildlife through habitat creation, plant selection, and organic practic...
BehaviourHow Do Ants Communicate?
Discover the sophisticated communication systems of ants, from chemical pheromone trails to tactile signals and even acoustic vibrations.
Species GuidesWhat Are Parasitoid Wasps?
Learn about parasitoid wasps — insects that develop inside or on other arthropods, killing their hosts. Discover their diversity, biology, and vital role in bio...
ScienceWhy Do Moths Fly Towards Light?
Explore the science behind moths' famous attraction to artificial light, including the leading theories of transverse orientation and the latest research findin...