insect

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Also, those with insect phobias should consider this when planning a visit.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

A distinguishing feature is that on each hand, the possum's fourth finger is twice the length of other digits, which scientists say help it dig out wood-boring insect larvae, it's main source of food.

From BBC • Mar. 6, 2026

One reason is the lack of experimental data on temperature tolerance, as well as the limited research available for many insect groups.

From Science Daily • Mar. 5, 2026

The researchers also discovered major differences among insect groups in how well they tolerate heat.

From Science Daily • Mar. 5, 2026

Beginning in the spring of 1919, the insect known as the boll weevil had destroyed entire cotton crops, throwing thousands of black agricultural workers out of work.

From "1919 The Year That Changed America" by Martin W. Sandler