The giant water bug’s bite injects poisonous digestive enzymes into prey. These compounds paralyze the victim and liquify muscles and tissues. The giant water bug sucks this fluid out.

Medically reviewed by Michael Menna, DOTreating a bug bite or sting will usually relieve symptoms of pain, itching, swelling, and minor irritation. The first step is to better understand the type of ...

This irritating beetle juice ... For a spider bite - other than one by a black widow, common sense measures are appropriate. Wash the area with antiseptic soap and water, and keep it clean.

One of Britain’s largest species of beetle has been found in Dorset for the first time in more than 200 years. A Bournemouth University student discovered two great silver water beetles while ...