Antlion larvae are known for their predatory ways. In sandy areas, they dig pits to trap ants or other crawling insects that happen to stumble in. This project shows you how to create a mini-environment for antlion larvae to test their...

A cricket as a thermometer? Yes, that's right. In this science fair project, you'll investigate how the chirps of these tiny creatures can do more than lull you to sleep-they can tell you the temperature.

In this science fair project you can take on the role of a wildlife biologist by examining the biodiversity of insects in your own backyard. To do this, you will follow the directions to create a homemade bug vacuum.

This is an interesting experiment for an Investigator who is 1) curious about insect metamorphosis and 2) patient. You'll need to set up different controlled environments for the chrysalides, and then check on them regularly as you wait...

Giant deadly hornets, gorgeous fluttering butterflies and stealthy crawling stink bugs: readers cannot tear their eyes away from these fascinating creatures. They can discover these and more mesmerizing world insects in Expedition:...

Understand the behaviors, characteristics, and classification of arthropods.

A concise page that offers a number of bug-related science fair project suggestions.

In this interdisciplinary unit addressing science and language arts standards, English Language Learners will learn the life cycle of insects. They will also use the writing of a renowned children's author, Eric Carle, as a model for...

Discover how scientists in New Zealand kept bugs out of food boxes. How did they do this? They coated the cardboard boxes with citronella oil. Bugs hate the stink of citronella so they stay away from the food!

Un-boiling eggs, slippery bananas, and painful insect stings have been award-winning topics at the Ig Nobel ceremonies over the last few years. An Ig prize makes people laugh first, then think.