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Free Insect Week Education Resources
Wednesday 10th June 2026
To support Insect Week 2026, the Royal Entomological Society has created three free-to-download resources for children and young people aged 5–14, designed for use in schools, clubs or at home. Insects help pollinate crops, recycle nutrients and support healthy ecosystems. There is still much to discover about…
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Winning insect images revealed in RES Photography Competition 2025
Tuesday 10th February 2026
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…
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The RES urges the British public to stand up for insects – Insect Week 2025
Tuesday 24th June 2025
To mark the start of RES Insect Week 2025, the Royal Entomological Society is calling on the British public to #StandTallForTheSmall and take the Insect Week pledge – a commitment to discover, observe and protect insects in all their fascinating variety. Insects are the most diverse and abundant group of animals…
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Winning insect images revealed in RES Photography Competition 2024
Thursday 30th January 2025
The Royal Entomological Society has announced the winners of its 2024 Photography Competition, unveiling a selection of amazing up-close images of fascinating insects. The annual competition, organised by the UK’s leading insect science charity, celebrates the skill and creativity of amateur photographers, showcasing the diversity of insect life…
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Winning artworks revealed in RES Art Competition 2023
Thursday 11th July 2024
Winning artworks revealed in RES Art Competition 2023 Conceptual ceramic interpretations of wood boring beetles against the backdrop of a decaying beetle inhabited cherry tree stump. © Veronica Cosier View all winning artworks here. The winning artworks in the Royal Entomological Society’s Art Competition 2023 have been…
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Winning images revealed in RES Photography Competition 2023
Tuesday 25th June 2024
Winning images revealed in RES Photography Competition 2023 Two cuckoo bees (Epeolus variegatus) fast asleep, grasping onto the grass with their mandibles. View all winning images here. The winning images in the Royal Entomological Society’s Photography Competition 2023 have been announced during Insect Week 2024. The…
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Douglas Boyes Fund
Saturday 24th June 2023
DOUGLAS BOYES FUND The Douglas Boyes Fund has been established in honour of Douglas Boyes (1996-2021), an esteemed entomologist specialising in Lepidoptera. The Fund aims to provide young people aged 14-18 with access to entomology equipment, fostering their passion for insects and the natural…
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INSTAR – Issue 4 out now
Friday 23rd June 2023
INSTAR – The digital magazine for young entomologists 🦋 The latest issue is now available on our website to read for free, just in time for Insect Week 2023! 🪲 Find out more about insects and those people who study them. Learn about catching moths, amazing ants,…
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It’s Insect Week 2023
Monday 19th June 2023
Celebrate Insect Week 2023: A Week Dedicated to the Fascinating World of Insects Insect Week, the Royal Entomological Society’s annual celebration of insects, returns from 19th to 25th June 2023. This exciting week aims to encourage people of all ages to learn more about insects and appreciate their importance…
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Insect Week 2022 Photography Competition results
Wednesday 26th April 2023
The Royal Entomological Society is delighted to share the beautiful winning entries from the Insect Week 2022 Photography Competition.
