This helps protect their wings from damage. Ladybugs are voracious predators, feeding on aphids and other small insects that can harm plants. This natural pest control makes them a gardener’s ...

Drain flies are small insects that live in areas with drains ... are brown-gray or black that have a fuzzy appearance. Their wings are also hairy and shaped like leaves. When a drain fly is ...

MIT scientists have developed tiny, flying robot insects that are more agile and durable than ever in the hopes of someday using them for pollination.

MIT scientists are designing robotic insects that could one day swarm out of mechanical hives and perform pollination at a rapid pace — ensuring fruits and vegetables are grown at an unprecedented ...

Unlike birds and insects, bats have flexible wings made of a thin membrane, allowing them to fly more efficiently. Inspired ...

Researchers have designed flexible, bat-like wings that boost lift and improve flight performance. This innovation could lead to more efficient drones or energy-harvesting technologies.