Bite force is the amount of pressure and force in an animal’s bite. It’s measured in psi (pounds per square inch). But no matter the unit of measurement when these mega-predators chomp down, you’d ...

But for all the chatter surrounding these pests, most people don’t know a lot about bed bugs, including what bed bug bites look like. Unfortunately, it can be tough to identify a bed bug bite at ...

Each year, more than 2,500 people in the United States are treated for black widow bites. Native primarily to the U.S. and Canada, the venom in a black widow bite can affect your nervous system ...

Engineers have created knitted fabrics that can protect a wearer from mosquito bites 1. Clothing offers a simple way to avoid insect bites, which every year contribute to more than 700,000 deaths ...

Mosquito bites are distressingly familiar, but what about all those other mysterious red itchy spots that show up in summer?

Some types may be used as an alternative remedy to help relieve symptoms of bug bites. They are popularly used today for health, cleaning, massage, and other purposes. One reason they may be used ...

A bite or sting from an insect can be a concern, especially if you're not sure what's caused it or it leads to unexpected or worrying symptoms. Our guide matches photos of stings to the different ...

As the weather warms up the UK is often swarmed with reports of biting horseflies. A Museum fly expert explains what is going on. Often large, persistent and painful, a bite from a horsefly is an ...

A fundamental difference between venom and poison is how the toxins enter the body of the victim. Ronald's rule for telling the difference is straightforward: 'If you bite it and you die it's poison, ...

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