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The Misinformation Catalog
Insects & spiders are some of the most misunderstood animals on the planet thanks in large part to media sensationalism and clickbait, cultural bias, and deep-seeded irrational phobias.
This page is dedicated to providing resources and information that debunk common myths, correcting misinformation, and offering trusted resources that reveal the real world of insects and their activities.
Not everything is a brown recluse. Honeybees in the USA are invasive species. "Murder Hornets" are not invading North America. Spider bites are extremely rare and grossly misdiagnosed. Raising and releasing butterflies is harming the population, not helping. Insects ARE animals. "Joro" spiders are not dangerous, nor are they "flying" into your neighborhood.
"Murder Hornets" invading North America.
Brown Recluse is Everwhere... and it will kill you.
Raising & Releasing Butterflies (and other endangered species) will help them.
Honeybees (Apis mellifera) need priority protection.
Joro Spiders: The Flying Spider that's invading and out to get you!
Don't believe all the A.I. garbage you see. Learn to spot the fakes!
There are "Good" and "Bad" Insects.
Wasps are just jerks that will sting you for no reason.
Butterflies are more important than moths.
Earwigs will crawl into your ears & they bite/pinch.
The Average Person swallows X amount of spiders per year in their sleep.
Ticks & Mosquitos Have No Purpose.
Spider bites are common.
Daddy Long-legs (Opiliones) have the most potent venom of any "spider".
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