An insect that harvests and modifies plant resin to snare its prey adds to a growing body of evidence that suggests we may be underestimating the cunning of invertebrate animals. The assassin bug ...

The Assassin Bug was the first bug to send me to the HOSPITAL! Join me as I recount my expedition into the wilderness of ...

The ability to use tools is not widespread in the animal world. It has previously been associated with mammals and birds. However, we are learning that some insects are also adept at tool use. One ...

In a study published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, researchers have discovered a remarkable example of tool use in the insect world. The assassin bug (Pahabengkakia piliceps) ...

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — A dangerous insect known as the kissing bug has a lot of people talking on social media. The kissing bug, also known as the assassin bug, is now found in over 30 states, ...

I got a nasty bite from an assassin bug! Find out what happened during this painful encounter and how to deal with it.

CC0 Usage Conditions ApplyClick for more information. The assassin bug's deadly proboscis is both sword and siphon. It uses its sharp nose to pierce and inject toxins into its victims, and then to ...