insects

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Teller stressed that native insects are critical to local ecosystems, and that his imported honeybees in fact depend on native ecology.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

They collected 3,251 insects representing 16 species of bees, beetles, and flies.

From Science Daily • May 28, 2026

Older cemeteries, especially in cities, are already known to shelter uncommon plants, insects, birds, and mammals.

From Science Daily • May 28, 2026

Fishbourne said he was worried about the lack of insects in and around the water.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

His head was balding, and around the detailed crown of curls, he wore a circlet studded with large jeweled insects.

From "Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky" by Kwame Mbalia