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Disease-carrying pests cost the world billions.

A new approach to tackling the spotted-wing drosophila involves manipulating the behavior of these insects.

Chimney bees successfully augment declining honeybee pollination.

Electricity makes fire ants release pheromone that attracts natural predators.

An ARS entomologist is utilizing fire ants as biocontrol to help save sugarcane fields from the sugarcane borer.

Venom found in nestmates’ digestive systems could be key ingredient.

ARS researchers use biocontrol methods to manage fire ant populations.

Diversity allows desert bees to thrive in hot arid environments

ARS scientists are studying declining populations of the lady beetle.

ARS researchers are studying how Mormon crickets can be controlled to protect agriculture and natural resources.

Study reveals that invasive pest is attracted to vibration

The black soldier fly can reduce waste, serve as feed, and reduce emissions.

The infamous spike protein doesn’t just help spread viruses – it can also be weaponized to stop them.

Scientists repurpose natural chemicals to kill disease-carrying insects.

New techniques use radiation to eliminate dangerous mosquitoes.

New website delivers spectacular images and details of some of the world's bees.