Brains On
Little Bugs that Live on Humans
Microscopic creatures have always lived around, on, and inside of us. While some of these tiny bugs can cause illness, others do us no harm, or may even help us. In this audio story, an entomologist discusses her study of Demodex mites,...
Food Farmer Earth
Natural Allies: Birdhouses as Organic Pest Control on Farms
This video showcases an innovative approach to farm pest control by using birdhouses to attract swallows for fly management. It details how providing nesting spaces and cedar shavings for the birds not only aids in keeping them healthy...
Journey to the Microcosmos
The Arachnid Whose Poop Is Making You Sneeze
The Arachnid Whose Poop Is Making You Sneeze
Next Animation Studio
Honeybee colonies on the decline: Report
A nationwide U.S. survey has found that bee colonies are dying off due to harsh winters.
TED-Ed
What Is Dust Made Of?
We find dust almost everywhere, but have you ever considered it fascinating? Dust contains a variety of materials and varies greatly based on location. After learning about dust, scholars answer multiple-choice and short-answer questions.
The Brain Scoop
Beetles, Mites, Cockroaches Oh My!—Insect Collection Tour
The Field Museum houses 12 million insects. Brain Scoop presents the insect collection at the Field Museum as part of its Insect playlist. From brilliant purple beetles to tiny mites, all the way to giant cockroaches, the organization of...
Florida State University
Florida State University: Water Mites
View a water mite working its way through debris in pond water in this interesting site. General background information is also provided about the water mite in this site.