The Nature Conservation Agency (DAP) in Latvia is inviting nature enthusiasts to learn about and observe bats and night insects with leading experts. Events are scheduled for July 18 at Ķemeri National Park.

An entomologist explains that the noticeable scarcity of mosquitoes in Latvia this year is due to specific spring climatic conditions.

A test based on Latvia's updated Red Book asks which insect's males emit a pheromone resembling apricot scent, despite the endangered animal having toxic skin secretions. The article invites readers to test their knowledge of endangered species in Latvia.

This article explores the mythical glow-worms (jāņtārpiņi) found in Latvia, detailing their appearance and the reasons behind their bioluminescence. It describes them as small, greenish, living lanterns that briefly appear in meadows and forest edges.

Two special houses for solitary bees and other pollinating insects have been created in Uzvaras Park. They are 3D printed from concrete and designed as art objects.

Mindaugas Kukaitis has been re-elected for a new four-year term as the chairman of the Lithuanian Bar Council, continuing his leadership role.

Riga is setting up 27 new invertebrate habitats in its city meadows to enhance urban biodiversity. This initiative aims to support insect populations as summer progresses.

A historic temple hall on Japan's Miyajima island, linked to Buddhist saint Kukai and housing the 'Eternal Flame,' was completely destroyed by fire. The blaze consumed the entire building of the temple.

The Latvian Entomological Society has named Collembola, or springtails, as the invertebrate of the year for 2026. These tiny creatures, measuring only millimeters, are found even in human homes.