Insect repellents aim to make surfaces unattractive to insects, often by masking the scents that attract them. DEET is the most effective chemical repellent, but natural plant products like citronella oil can also be used. Bug zappers attract and kill insects, but some argue that they also attract more insects to an area. To repel […]
If you find bed bugs in a hotel, ask for a refund or change rooms. Reputable hotels will refund or move you. If you must stay, protect yourself and your luggage. Report incidents and document evidence with photos. Complaining loudly may help, and reporting incidents can encourage hotels to be proactive. When you discover bed […]
Genetically engineered mosquitoes are being used in Brazil to combat dengue fever. A deadly gene has been added to the male mosquitoes, which are released to mate with wild females and produce offspring that will die before spreading the disease. Genetically engineered insects are being used to curb disease in Brazil, where mosquitoes are being […]
Insects make up over half of Earth’s animal biodiversity, with over one million species described and estimates of up to 10 million. They have hard exoskeletons, three body sections, and a variety of diets. Some are social and build nests, while others are solitary. Insects are a large group of arthropods (segmented animals) that make […]
Bugs Bunny, a famous Warner Bros. cartoon character known for his one-liners and calm demeanor, first appeared in Porky’s Hare Hunt in 1938. He was originally a small white rabbit but later became a gray rabbit. Bugs Bunny has appeared in numerous films, including the duck season/rabbit season trilogy and What’s Opera, Doc?, and has […]
