Biology
Insects discovered that have to change color because of humans
Researchers have discovered that a native New Zealand stonefly species is forced to change its body colour to survive in heavily deforested areas.
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Biology
Rare insect species at risk of extinction in Vietnam
The blunt-toothed swordtail swallowtail is a rare swallowtail found from Nepal and northern India, and the highlands of Vietnam.
Biology
Discover the uniqueness of vein-winged insects
In the insect world, species of the order Neuroptera possess ribbed wings that fold like a roof over their bodies.
Animal world
China urgently mobilizes nearly 3 million chickens to destroy insects that cause damage of 100 billion VND each year.
An invasive species with a scale of more than 200 birds/m2, causing damage of 100 billion VND per year. This has caused China to urgently mobilize nearly 3 million chick…
Biology
How insects help find clues to rhino poachers?
Insects such as flies or beetles can provide clues that help investigators find and arrest illegal hunters.
Biology
Beetle species sparks debate over Darwin's theory of evolution
A tiny insect that survived the extinction event that killed the dinosaurs questions evolutionary theory.
Biology
From 'monster' to 'treasure': This horror species is helping many people make a fortune
This species is often harmful to some crops and is an enemy hated by many Vietnamese farmers.
Scientific application
Insect monitoring system of Vietnamese PhD
With the ability to track insect behavior at high speed, the system helps research on insect population decline, biodiversity or develop insect-inspired robots.
Discover science
Danger lurks inside the mountains where birds sing and insects chirp
If you come across a deep mountain without insects or birds, turn back immediately. Don't go alone.
History
The Unknown About Entomological Warfare in History
For centuries, insects have been used as biological weapons to spread disease and destroy crops.
Biology
Darkling Beetle: Tiny creature with 'quantum evolution' ability
Darkling beetle, a tiny insect with great ecological importance.
Health
A 'specialty' dish of the season: Vietnamese people love it but there is a potential risk of illness, which can cause death
It is currently the fall season of catching grasshoppers and locusts. Rural specialties such as crispy fried grasshoppers and roasted grasshoppers are loved by many Viet…
New technology
Scientists create stealth device inspired by insects
The leafhopper - a common leaf-eating insect that secretes small brochosome particles, could be the inspiration for scientists to create stealth technology.
