Experts have accepted an estimate of around six million living insect species, an appraisal that has stood for the last 40 ...

For 40 years, we thought Earth was home to six million insect species. Turns out, it could be three times that.

A new study more than doubles previous estimates of how many distinct kinds of insects are currently inhabiting the planet.

A study in Costa Rica has big implications for extinction and conservation.

Hawk moths are known for being some of the largest night fliers in the insect world. With wingspans of more than four inches, many species are big enough to comfortably fill the palm of your hand.