Genetically Modified Mosquitoes and Zika
Recent news of Florida possibly releasing genetically modified mosquitoes (GMMs) into the environment to tackle Zika has many anti-GMO groups freaking out!
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Pokemon – A Reflection of Reality?
Buzzfeed posted a splendid article in which they compared the Pokemon franchise to real life entomology. I was skeptical at first until I really began to look at the evidence.
Read moreThe Cochineal – The Bug You Probably Eat Regularly
Eating bugs (insectophagy) has been a very common part of civilization for thousands of years. What’s that? You think you don’t consume insects? Think again. You do!
Read moreThe Asian Giant Hornet (Vespa mandarinia)
The Giant Asian hornet is the world’s largest hornet and has been nicknamed, the Yak-Killer. In 2013, they killed 41 people and sent 1600 people to the hospital in just one Chinese province.
Read moreThe Ghost mantis (Phyllocrania paradoxa)
The Ghost mantis is a small mantis from Africa. It has evolved a remarkable camouflage which mimics a dried-up leaf to ambush prey, as well as allows it to hide from birds and other predators. Its colors change with each molt. Females can live upwards of eight months. Ghost mantises primarily eat flies; but if food is short, they will turn to
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