Insects display diverse qualities. Some species possess jewel-like appearances. Green tortoise beetles shimmer. Cuckoo wasps have metallic bodies. Cotton harlequin bugs show bold patterns. Beautiful ...

Flashy iridescent shells might not seem like the best evolutionary strategy for bugs trying to avoid hungry birds. But in recent years, biologists have shown that iridescence—lustrous shifts in color, ...

We understand the superhero "no capes" rule—but what about shields? Many insects know the power of this form of stylish protection. For instance, caddisfly larvae, which sometimes measure only a tenth ...

Nature doesn’t hold back when it comes to insects. While most people imagine bugs as brown, creepy, or bland, there’s a whole world of creatures that look like they were painted by a surrealist. Here ...