National Insect Week returns in 2020

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Bug of the Day - Thursday
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Insects: the unlikely food and feed of the future?
From giant water bugs in Thailand through to Chapulines in Mexico there is already a wealth of insects that are eaten around the world. The most recent tally puts the number of species of insects that are eaten around the world at a staggering 2037 and the last few years has seen a pulse of...
Bug of the Day -Wednesday
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Creepy Victorians
How nineteenth century Britain became obsessed with insects The Victorians were fascinated with insects. This is as obvious as it can be elusive, as insects themselves often are. The Victorians embraced insects for their beauty, their mystery, and their changeability – all aspects of utmost concern...
Podcast - Author M.G. Leonard
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Bug of the Day -Tuesday
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Bug of the Day - Monday
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OFFICIAL LAUNCH
National Insect Week will be launched at BUGS Exhibit, ZSL London Zoo on Monday 20th June
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INSTAR Magazine
A digital magazine for young entomologists. Find out more about insects and those people who study them.... Issue 2 Issue 1 For more information about INSTAR email press@royensoc.co.uk

What is National Insect Week?

National Insect Week encourages people of all ages to learn more about insects.

Every two years, the Royal Entomological Society organises the week, supported by a large number of partner organisations with interests in the science, natural history and conservation of insects.