An insect that harvests and modifies plant resin to snare its prey adds to a growing body of evidence that suggests we may be underestimating the cunning of invertebrate animals. The assassin bug ...

The ability to use tools is not widespread in the animal world. It has previously been associated with mammals and birds. However, we are learning that some insects are also adept at tool use. One ...

In a study published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, researchers have discovered a remarkable example of tool use in the insect world. The assassin bug (Pahabengkakia piliceps) ...

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I got a nasty bite from an assassin bug! Find out what happened during this painful encounter and how to deal with it.