It’s true that most people do not put the words “beautiful” and “insect” together unless they’re thinking of butterflies. But there are beautiful insects out there that are not butterflies. As with ...

These eye-catching bugs won’t give you the heebie-jeebies! Here’s why some insects have vibrant colors and patterns—and the most beautiful insects in the world.

Nature has crafted surprisingly beautiful insects if you look closely. These bugs developed their distinctive looks primarily to blend into their surroundings, attract mates, and protect themselves.

When we talk about beauty in nature, insects usually don’t come up. Most people think of flowers, birds, or big animals. Insects are often seen as pests or just something to avoid. But if you take a ...

At any given moment, it’s estimated that 10 quintillion (10,000,000,000,000,000,000) individual insects are alive and kicking on planet Earth. We don’t blame you if you’re not a fan of them all—but ...

The orchid bee is also considered one of the most beautiful insects because of its metallic shine, long, and thin tongues ...

The population of butterflies — the beautiful insects that play a vital role in pollination and the health of ecosystems — has fallen in the United States by more than a fifth this century, according ...