Butterflies and moths evolved a proboscis like the one pictured here long before humans invented drinking straws. However, both serve the same purpose: getting that last drop of sweet liquid from the ...

A butterfly is a flying insect known for its brightly colored wings and distinctive flight patterns. Belonging to the order Lepidoptera, butterflies are characterized by their slender bodies, large ...

CLEMSON — A pair of Clemson University scientists has spent the past decade exploring the unique intricacies of a naturally engineered feeding tube that butterflies and other insects have been ...

As every child knows, it's tough to keep up with a butterfly. With their erratic flight paths and ability to achieve speeds in excess of 10 miles per hour, these otherwise enchanting insects have for ...