Termites can indeed bite humans, but it's a rare occurrence and usually not serious. To prevent termite bites and control termite infestations, maintain cleanliness and use insect repellent.

Have some unexplained red spots on your skin? They could be mite bites. We'll go over the most common types, how to identify them, and whether they require treatment.

Dermatologists and entomologists break down what flea bites look like on humans, along with pictures. Plus, how to prevent and get rid of fleas, and more intel.

Sharks rarely bite humans in the first place. And in a new study Friday, researchers have found that some of these bites are wholly defensive.

If you suspect you have bug bites, but can’t spot any in the home, these are the most common culprits, according to pest control experts.

After the periodical cicada broods emerged, oak leaf itch mites, who feed on their nests, could now be the cause for itchy rashes on humans.

A swimmer was hospitalized after a shark reportedly bit him on a foot in waist-deep water near Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, officials said.

Bedbug bites typically cause raised, itchy sores that can develop up to 2 weeks after a bite. Read about identification, treatment, and prevention.

Provoked bites are those that "occur when a human initiates interaction with a shark in some way," according to another definition shared online by the museum.

What Harm Can Buffalo Gnats Cause? Black flies bite humans and animals, causing nuisance, pain, discomfort, or even livestock death. They often bite people around their necks and heads.

Ahead, entomologists explain why you don't really need to worry about cockroach bites—but rather how they can make you sick if you have an infestation.