Khamis leads a team that found the larvae of Kenyan mealworm beetles eating through polystyrene, a common type of plastic, with the bacteria in their guts breaking down the material through digestion.

Effective solutions to the vast amounts of plastic waste we produce are still being sought, and four innocuous insects that can eat plastic might play a part.

Chafer grubs are the larvae of large, flying beetles. There are several species, collectively known as chafers. The grubs live in the soil, feeding on plant roots. Damage to lawns first appears as ...

LAKE MURRAY, Okla. (KXII) - Larvae of the emerald ash borer (EAB), an invasive species of beetle known for killing trees, was found at Lake Murray State Park. The Oklahoma Forestry Services shared ...

The larvae, dubbed “aphid lions,” are particularly effective in devouring soft-bodied insects. They feed on aphids, caterpillars, and even small beetles, ensuring these pests don’t overrun your garden ...

In this case, it's a beloved classic Volkswagen Beetle. Car Specialist Dave Kunz shows us how this iconic car survived the fire. The owner, Drew Kogon, lives in Boston but had the car parked at ...

June 29, 2022 — Larvae of longhorned beetles develop primarily in woody tissue, which is difficult for most organisms to digest. However, longhorned beetle larvae possess special enzymes to ...

Carpet beetles (Anthrenus verbasci) don't bite humans, though their larvae can cause a reaction if they come into contact with the skin of someone who's sensitive to the larvae's tiny hairs. These ...

This has caused them to become classified as a vulnerable species by the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. The Hercules Beetle is a fascinating creature with unique eating habits, particularly in ...

She previously worked at one of the largest advertising agencies in the southwest. Carpet beetle larvae will eat away at your carpets, rugs, and upholstery, and they don't go away on their own. Make ...

Colorado beetle larvae are a reddish brown colour, round and up to about half an inch (15mm) in length. Farmers have been urged to "remain vigilant" after a pest that poses "a significant threat ...

Used So many people have come up to me to tell me how cute this car is. Everyone has their own, “ When I had my Beetle” story, and they’re all great memories. The car is a real head turner ...