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July 02, 2026 at 03:30 PM
Earth Might Be Home to 20 Million Insect Species—More Than Three Times as Many as Previously Thought, a Study Suggests
Source:
Smithsonian Magazine
New research suggests Earth may host 20 million insect species, more than triple previous estimates, significantly expanding our understanding of global biodiversity.
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