More than half of the world’s mountain gorillas live in Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The sole luxury accommodation within the park gates is the ...

Males engage in a two-week-long sex marathon with as many females as they can find. Each frenzied encounter can last up to 14 ...

A fascinating close-up of a praying mantis as it patiently waits, blending perfectly with its surroundings. This tiny ...

The snake-tail mantis shows there’s more to these insects than just cannibalism. This male snake-tail mantis, Ameles serpentiscauda, has three simple eyes (ocelli) visible between its antennae, which ...

We all want to protect our veggies and fruits from pesky garden pests that ruin crops and spread diseases. While chemical control methods are the go-to option these days, experts agree that natural ...

Encountering a lizard indoors can be startling, but these common house geckos are harmless, primarily feeding on insects. While they can bite if cornered, it's a rare, minor pinch. Larger species also ...

Bed bug bites often appear in zig-zag lines or clusters of three or more bites, and may take up to 14 days to appear. Scratching them can lead to secondary skin infections, which may require ...

People often compare sting stories because these encounters leave a vivid memory. A small insect can create a sharp jolt, and the discomfort varies from quick irritation to hours of throbbing pain.

Gnat bites cause small, itchy red bumps that you can treat at home by cleaning and icing the area. You can wear protective clothing and use insect repellents to prevent gnat bites. Over-the-counter ...

An odd-looking alien invader has found a foothold in western Montana and less severely-cold winters may be allowing it to thrive.