Assassin bugs get their terrifying name from their stealthy nature. Read here to learn more about these insects' stings.

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 kissing bug, also known as the assassin bug, is now found in over 30 states, including Georgia and South Carolina.

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 ...

Kissing bugs have been spotted in West Virginia according to the Texas A&M University’s Kissing Bugs and Chagas Disease website. Assassin bugs are predators that eat other bugs. Kissing bugs are a ...

Kissing bugs, also known as eastern-cone-nose bugs or triatomine, can bite faces and infect humans with Chagas disease.

Dec. 21—Continuing with the theme of misinformation surrounding certain assassin bugs, this week's featured creature is the wheel bug (Arilus cristatus). In the comment sections of a couple of videos ...