One of the abiding mysteries of science is why flies gravitate towards artificial light. But experts believe they may have solved the puzzle - and it might even leave you feeling sorry for the insects ...

State officials say they have confirmed a new population of invasive lanternflies in Michigan, the sixth county in the state where the insect has been identified. “Spotted lanternfly does not pose a ...

Have you ever wondered why that moth that accidentally got into your house last night keeps buzzing around the ceiling light or why lighted mosquito traps work so well? While some have always said ...

Flying insects have long been thought to be simply attracted to street lamps - but researchers believe the reason is actually because of confusion caused by artificial lights. The invention of ...

WASHINGTON, D.C.: Like a moth to flame, many scientists and poets have long assumed that flying insects were simply, inexorably drawn to bright lights. But that's not exactly what's going on, a new ...