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insect

[in-sekt] / ˈɪn sɛkt /


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The unusual insect caught the attention of an international team of researchers, who were struck by how different it looked from any known species.

From Science Daily • Apr. 1, 2026

"I've recorded 18 out of the 24 bumblebee species in the UK here," the insect research scientist said - "it's a really, really special place."

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

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

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

"Almost 90% -- 88.5% to be precise -- of insect and arachnid species have no conservation status," says Figueroa.

From Science Daily • Mar. 14, 2026

There’s something crawling through my mind like a black insect, causing me to doubt.

From "Starfish" by Akemi Dawn Bowman