Get the latest Science News and Discoveries

Assassin Bugs: Scientists Reveal How a Deadly Insect Manipulates Its Prey


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.

None

Get the Android app

Or read this on Science Alert

Read more on:

Photo of Scientists

Scientists

Photo of assassin bugs

assassin bugs

Photo of Prey

Prey

Related news:

News photo

Objects in Our Universe Evaporate Faster than Thought, Scientists Say

News photo

What Caused Japan’s 16-Foot Ground Surge? Scientists Unravel the Mystery

News photo

Scientists Have Found a Drug That Slashes Blood Pressure in Weeks