Insect taxonomist Art Borkent has described and named more than 300 species of midges but fears his field of science is dying out, despite millions of insects, fungi and other organisms waiting to be ...

New research led by Queen’s University Belfast reveals that biting midges, the insects responsible for transmitting bluetongue virus, can survive colder temperatures than previously thought, having ...

While most bug bites are harmless, some can make you sick. Insects like mosquitoes, fleas, fire ants, sand flies, and biting midges can transmit bacterial, viral, or parasitic diseases. If you notice ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Staying bite-free starts with tackling where no-see-ums breed—eliminate standing water and moist spots around your home to stop ...