The RES Pledge
FeatureAre you a BEEliever?
MPs gathered in Westminster this Insect Week to pledge their support for insect life at the launch of a new All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) that will champion bees, pollinators and invertebrates. The group will focus on new research both in the academic and applied sectors and how this can be used to independently inform parliamentarians when focusing on various areas of policy.
The launch of the APPG reflects growing recognition that insect protection is not only a conservation issue, but also a matter of long-term environmental and economic sustainability. By supporting collaboration between scientists, policymakers and the public, the group aims to help shape an informed and balanced approach to environmental stewardship.
Want to help insects thrive? Sign the Pledge today!
New Book – How to be a Dragonfly
FeatureMeet Chase, a newly hatched dragonfly, as he learns to navigate pond life. From mastering the art of jet propulsion to metamorphosis, readers will learn all there is to know about dragonflies and meet a whole host of captivating insect characters in this engaging graphic novel format.
RES Fellow and Past President of The Entomological Society of America Professor Jessica Ware was the scientific consultant for the book, ensuring scientific accuracy in this fun adventure of a fascinating insect.
Get your copy today.
Join our international community today
FeatureMuch like the diversity of insects, there are many ways to support us and our work. One of those is joining our community of insect scientists and enthusiasts.
We offer a range of membership types to suit the level of your interests and experience.
Continuous membership to the society offers credibility in the field of entomological study and shows devoted passion for insect science.
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Winning insect images revealed in RES Photography Competition 2025
The Royal Entomological Society has unveiled the winners of its annual Photography Competition, showcasing a stunning series of close-up images that reveal the hidden beauty and fascinating lives of insects. From intricate macro portraits to dynamic moments captured in the wild, the winning photographs offer a rare glimpse into miniature worlds. Run by the UK’s leading insect science charity, the annual competition celebrates the…
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Sweet Defence: When Are Ant Bodyguards Worth the Cost? – Journal Highlight
First published: 03 February 2026. In the Brazilian Cerrado and tropical ecosystems worldwide, many plants employ a fascinating strategy: they produce sugar-rich droplets on their leaves or stems, known as extrafloral nectar. This nectar isn’t for pollinators – it’s payment for “bodyguards.” Ants drink the nectar and, in return, aggressively defend the plant against hungry herbivores. However, as explored in a…
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RES Honorary Fellow Peter Smithers Exhibits Artwork at Bath Entographica
The Royal Entomological Society is delighted to celebrate Honorary Fellow Peter Smithers, whose artwork is currently on display at the Bath Entographica exhibition, a unique showcase of art exploring the creative intersection between insects, science and the complexity of the natural world. The free exhibition at the Bath Royal Literary and Scientific Institution includes work by a collective of artists…
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