Mosquitoes have finally invaded one of the world's last mosquito-free countriesFor the first time in history, Iceland has recorded wild mosquitoes, ending its long-standing status as a mosquito-free haven. A species kn...
18 May, 2026, 07.26 PM IST
How to get rid of lizards without killing them: Simple home remedies that workLizards are beneficial visitors, helping control insect populations. Instead of removal, focus on making homes less attractive to them. Sim...
16 May, 2026, 04.12 PM IST
Computerphobia, yes, it's a thingOur relationship with computers is complex; it's not ignorance that fuels our fear, but rather our profound dependence on technology. This ...
24 Apr, 2026, 11.08 PM IST
Geopolitical tensions cripple India-Middle East trade in MarchIndia's trade with the Middle East saw a significant drop in March. Exports and imports fell by over 50 percent. This decline resulted from...
15 Apr, 2026, 09.20 PM IST
Brazilian researchers remix coffee varieties to confront climate challengeThis crucial research aims to combat climate change's threat to global coffee supplies, as arabica faces declining yields. The goal is to c...
03 Apr, 2026, 11.37 AM IST
Why Sloths Risk Their Lives Just to Poop on the GroundSloths undertake a perilous weekly journey down trees to defecate. This act cultivates moths and algae in their fur. The algae offer vital ...
29 Mar, 2026, 03.12 PM IST
Moths can hear and decode plant sound signals for reproductive decisions: New study revealsA groundbreaking Tel Aviv University study reveals that stressed plants emit ultrasonic distress signals, detectable by female moths. These...
25 Jul, 2025, 02.26 PM IST
London couple gets refund on $39,000,000 mansion. The reason will shock youA London couple, after purchasing a $39 million mansion in Notting Hill, faced a severe moth infestation that rendered their home unlivable...
11 Feb, 2025, 07.48 PM IST
Can moths hear crying plants? Discover the surprising connectionResearchers have discovered that some moths listen to the ultrasonic clicks emitted by stressed plants. These clicks, inaudible to humans, ...
07 Dec, 2024, 10.14 AM IST
New moth species discovered in Arunachal PradeshResearchers have discovered a new species of moth from the Talle Wildlife Sanctuary in Arunachal Pradesh. The discovery of the Zygaenid mot...
14 Jan, 2018, 09.52 AM IST
Why 'donaldtrumpi' is making headline?In honour of the new US president, and his signature hairdo, a small moth has been named after him.
22 Jan, 2017, 12.00 AM IST
- Meet Neopalpa donaldtrumpi, a moth specie!
New York, Jan 18 (IANS) Scientists have named a species of moth after President-elect Donald Trump, days before he is to assume the office ...
18 Jan, 2017, 02.25 PM IST
Moth to the football flame: Meet Cristiano Ronaldo's fluttery friendWhile the species is still being identified, the net speculated that it was a Silver Y, a migratory moth found in Europe during summer.
12 Jul, 2016, 09.43 AM IST
Rare Indian moon moth species sighted in TrichyA nocturnal moth species that had become endangered in recent years was found in the central regions of the state by a team of researchers ...
14 Dec, 2015, 01.53 AM IST
Moth's mating behaviour can help build better dronesImitating moth mating behaviour can help researchers develop airborne robots or drones that ply the sky searching for signature odours from...
31 May, 2015, 04.08 PM IST
Scientists developing remote-control cyborg mothsThe advance opens the door to the development of remotely-controlled moths, or "biobots" for use in emergency response, researchers said.
21 Aug, 2014, 04.40 PM IST
Follow the Moth-trek“You don’t get anywhere by chasing stars,” says the father of the moth in James Thurber’s Fables for Our Time. Moth Junior aspires to fly u...
31 Mar, 2011, 07.32 AM IST