Blowflies may be carriers of avian influenza viruses, a Japanese research team said recently, as the country grapples with infections that have led to widespread bird culls and driven up foo... Read more
Consultations over bedbugs in Tokyo and Osaka have surged this year to hit their highest numbers on record, according to pest control associations in the two prefectures, with experts warnin... Read more
A startup in central Japan has been working on developing bug-repellent fabrics and clothing, with hopes of bringing finalized products to market by the end of March next year. Read more
A research team has said it identified three genetically distinct populations of the Japanese honeybee through whole genome sequencing to comprehensively analyze genetic information, becomin... Read more
A new tourism project that allows visitors to collect and observe insects has been launched in the city of Tamura, Fukushima Prefecture. Read more
There was a buzz going around Suzuka Circuit on Thursday, and it wasn’t just the excitement of fans ahead of the Japanese Grand Prix. Read more
A deadly parasite that’s ravaged bee populations across the world has made deeper inroads into Australia, setting up the nation for an expensive fight to protect its honey and horticultural... Read more