A couple who initially believed their son had been bitten by an insect in an Australian forest later discovered the cause of ...

These photos of 11 common bug bites and stings can help you identify what's responsible. Plus, symptoms and expert tips to ...

Bee stings are not just a painful inconvenience; they are the result of a highly evolved biological defense mechanism. When a ...

How does the body react to insect bites or stings? Female mosquitoes bite because they need the protein in blood to develop ...

They are often itchy, irritating, and painful. But despite the annoyance, most insect bites, as well as stings, are relatively harmless and easy to treat. Most of the time, anti-itch creams and ...

For decades scientists assumed these insects looked so much like orchids as a form of camouflage. But they were wrong. They look this way because they're deceptive predators.

As temperatures rise and outdoor activities increase, medical experts are warning about a surge in dangerous bug bites and stings. While most encounters with insects result in minor irritation ...

You’ve come to the right place. Entomologist Justin Schmidt recorded his own experience of venomous stings, to rate and describe the pain caused by the venom of insects. Explore part of Schmidt’s pain ...