Dating tips from the animal kingdom

The first and hopefully last time that I ever write something about “penis fencing.”

A 360-Degree Spin on Common Maryland Insects

With the help of a paint roller and a block of Styrofoam, I offer you some of the better-looking specimen from my undergrad bug collection in a 360-degree spin on a pin.

Slimy yet Absolutely Traumatizing (or WTF Hercules Beetle Grubs?)

I’m pretty good with bugs if they’re properly sheathed in a crunchy carapace. Maggots and grubs, though, can give me the willies. For example, I’m absolutely…