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The Royal Entomological Society is devoted to the understanding and development of insect science. We support international collaboration, research and publication. We aim to show every person how remarkable and valuable insects are and want to enrich the world with insect science.

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3rd January 2024 - 12:00am

Much 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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Help secure a future for the Large blue butterfly – Big Give 2025

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4th January 2025 - 12:00am

The iconic Large blue butterfly is a globally endangered species and was declared nationally extinct in 1979, and is particularly vulnerable to changing weather patterns. Our conservation scientists have been researching this species for many years and have unique international expertise to carry out in-depth surveys of Large blues and associated species to help us identify population trends and give evidence-based advice to land managers to support this endangered species.

We now need your help to support the butterfly’s survival, increasing its populations in a changing climate

Have your donation doubled between 22–29 April and make twice the difference.

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Insect Week 2025

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29th April 2025 - 11:15am

Organised by the Royal Entomological Society and supported by partner organisations throughout the UK and Europe, Insect Week is a celebration of all things insect.

Wherever you live, it’s an opportunity to take part in insect science, get to know insects, learn from experts, and have fun.

Insect Week 2025 will take place on 23-29 June.

Get involved and stand tall for the small this Insect Week!

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Join our international community today

Feature

3rd January 2024 - 12:00am

Much 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.

find out more

Help secure a future for the Large blue butterfly – Big Give 2025

Feature

4th January 2025 - 12:00am

We now need your help to support the butterfly’s survival, increasing its populations in a changing climate

Have your donation doubled between 22–29 April and make twice the difference.

find out more

Insect Week 2025

Feature

29th April 2025 - 11:15am

Organised by the Royal Entomological Society and supported by partner organisations throughout the UK and Europe, Insect Week is a celebration of all things insect.

Wherever you live, it’s an opportunity to take part in insect science, get to know insects, learn from experts, and have fun.

Insect Week 2025 will take place on 23-29 June.

Get involved and stand tall for the small this Insect Week!

find out more

Join our international community today

Feature

3rd January 2024 - 12:00am

Much 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.

find out more

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28 April 2025

Climate change and adverse weather’s effects on flies and cockroaches may increase risks of pest-borne diseases

Climate change and adverse weather’s effects on flies and cockroaches may increase risks of pest-borne diseases.First published: 07 March 2025 RES journal, Medical and Veterinary Entomology, has recently published a review article highlighting the risks of adverse weather events on hygiene-related pests like flies and cockroaches. The review, The impact of adverse weather events on cockroaches and flies, and the…

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18 April 2025

Meet the Editor: Thies Büscher

Thies Büscher has been one of the Editors-in-Chief of RES journal Physiological Entomology for just over a year. He is a functional morphologist based at Kiel University, and brings an enthusiastic quality to his work on the journal. Tell us a bit about the person behind the title Editor-in-Chief. I started studying chemistry/biology and education before my interest in stick…

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10 April 2025

Student Science Communication Award winners announced

We’re pleased to announce the winning papers from the 2024 Student Science Communication Award To enter the annual competition, students write an 800 word article in English, on an insect-related topic of interest to the general public. Competition open – Enter nowEnter your essay for the chance to win cash prizes and one year free RES membershipDeadline 31 December 2025WinnerAgustina Porrino,…

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