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WA Insect Study Society WAISS promotes the study of terrestrial invertebrates, particularly those native to Western Australia, for personal enjoyment and the advancement of knowledge.

Western Australian Insect Study Society (WAISS) provides a medium for interchange between people interested in insects. Its aim is to promote the study of insects, particularly those native to Western Australia, for personal enjoyment and the advancement of knowledge. Most interests are catered for, including collecting, rearing, observing, photography and conservation. Anyone may join, regardless of age or level of knowledge and children will be especially welcomed (youngsters should be accompanied by an adult at meetings or excursions). The membership includes both professional and amateur entomologists, but the Society caters particularly for amateur interests.

21/09/2026

Does anybody on the group know of any Giant Woodborer Caterpillar, or Eucalyptus Longicorn larval activity in the area at the moment? I'm trying to track some down on behalf of the BBC Natural History Unit, but of course it can be hard to find them given they're inside the tree.

Message me in the comments and I'll put you onto the researcher

30/08/2026

One of the strangest Egyptian gods was represented with a human body and a head consisting of a huge black beetle. Insects were an unavoidable aspect of life for Ancient Egyptians and they had their own unique view of them. Some species were reviled, others admired, some even deified. On Wednesday, September 2, Mr Daniel Heald, Chairman of the Western Australian Insect Study Society, will explore the role of insects in everyday life, including food production, plagues and destructive pests. Then AESWA President, Dr Jasmine Day, will explain how the sacred scarab beetle became one of the most popular protective symbols and she’ll show us some beautiful examples of scarab jewellery. Please see the flyer for more details. Everyone welcome, but please message us to be added to our guest list.

Scientists Reconstruct Sound of Jurassic Insects | Sci.News https://share.google/KsfpnSEx4q2ZonrJg
26/08/2026

Scientists Reconstruct Sound of Jurassic Insects | Sci.News https://share.google/KsfpnSEx4q2ZonrJg

Using lasers, computer models and AI, researchers reconstructed the calls of 165-million-year-old relatives of modern crickets and katydids from fossilized wing fragments found in China.

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