That’s a lot to buzz about! We should probably talk about the word bug. It is used in different ways, and not all of them are accurate. True bugs are a type of insect that has a straw-shaped mouth and ...

These insects consume prey to varying extents, and utilize plant resources in diverse ways, some directly feeding on plant tissues (e.g. true bugs) and others just on nectar (e.g. wasps and ants).

The giant water bug’s size varies by species. The Lethocerus americanus species is the biggest true bug in the United States and can reach 4 inches long. Other species average around 1 to 2½ ...