These substances act as natural insect repellents to deter harmful pests. Many insects have a strong sense of smell and find certain scents appealing or unappealing: the classic example is ...

An expert keeper displays a critically endangered Lord Howe Island stick insect, nicknamed "tree lobster," at the zoo in Prague, Czech Republic, Tuesday, April 8, 2025. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek ...

Declining insect biodiversity in the tropics Date: April 8, 2025 Source: The University of Hong Kong Summary: Ecologists are investigating the decline of insect populations in the world's tropical ...

Learn more› By Doug Mahoney Doug Mahoney is a writer covering home-improvement topics, outdoor power equipment, bug repellents, and (yes) bidets. Projects that change the look and feel of a room ...

Just plant them around your surroundings and you will be fine. So, here’s the list. The essential oil in these plants has shown a repellent effect, alone or in combination with other anti-repellents, ...

Sure, bug spray is great, but between the various active ingredients and concentrations, it’s hard to know what truly works, let alone find a spray that doesn’t smell like a chemistry lab or make you ...

Around 75 per cent of our crops are insect pollinated, and research has shown that a loss in pollinators has led to a reduction in fruit, vegetable and nut production. Yet, our research has ...

Even when she travels, insects are a key part of the itinerary. In Myanmar, while backpacking, she insisted on visiting an insect farm – despite suffering from food poisoning. In Laos, for sheer fun, ...

In addition to addressing food consumption safety, Siegel advised travelers to use insect repellents to help protect against mosquito-borne diseases.

Sukiya, known for its beef-on-rice dishes, announced the temporary closure after an insect was found by a customer. Last weekend, it admitted that a rat had been discovered in a bowl of miso soup ...

Warmer weather leads to an increase in insect activity ... can be controlled by eliminating standing water and using repellents. Ticks, active throughout most of the year, pose a health risk ...

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