A remarkable 151-million-year-old fly fossil found in China is changing our view of insect evolution. This ancient insect, preserved in amber, shows unique features not seen in modern species. Its ...

– A single mutation makes ordinary bacteria into essential symbiotic bacteria that support survival of host stinkbug – The study of symbiotic relationships between plants, animals, and microorganisms, ...

A new study published in Nature Ecology & Evolution connects plant and insect physiology, chemical ecology, molecular function, and evolutionary analysis to offer a new perspective on plant–insect ...

This Collection supports and amplifies research related to SDG 15. The intricate tapestry of insect evolution has captivated researchers across disciplines, revealing profound insights into the ...

A new study on the mating behavior of jumping bristletail (Petrobiellus akkesiensis) reports the first documented case of direct sperm transfer via genital coupling in apterygote hexapods. The study ...

At first glance, the insect trapped in golden resin looked like any other tiny victim of deep time. Only under close inspection did researchers realize something far more unsettling was preserved with ...