International Journal of Insects
Life Sciences ISSN 3049-1649 2 issues a year Hybrid open accessWhat does hybrid open access mean? This journal has two kinds of articles. Open access articles are free for anyone to read; the author pays an article processing charge for that. All other articles are for subscribers. Authors can also publish at no cost under the subscription-based option.
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About the journal
International Journal of Insects is a peer-reviewed Online journal launched in 2024 that focuses on the study of insects and related arthropods. The journal aims to publish high-quality research articles, reviews, and communications on all aspects of insect biology, ecology, behavior, physiology, genetics, evolution, and systematics.
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- 31Articles published
- 11Published in 2026
- 76Authors
- 0Open access
Journal information
- Title
- International Journal of Insects
- Issues per year
- 2 issues
- ISSN
- 3049-1649
- Publisher
- STM Journals
- Starting year
- 2024
- Subject
- Life Sciences
- Publication format
- Hybrid open access
- Language
- English
- Copyright policy
- CC BY-NC-ND 4.0
- Type
- Peer-reviewed journal (refereed)
- Article processing charge
- ₹10,000 in India · $400 outside India
- Subscription-based publication
- No cost. Author copy, DOI and certificate are chargeable.
Editorial board
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Editor-in-Chief
Agricultural Entomology, College of Forestry Kerala Agricultural University, India
Latest articles
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A Review Article on Insect Antimicrobial Peptides: From Innate Immunity to Therapeutic Drug Leads
Abstract: Antimicrobial resistance to existing antibiotics is increasing, and the emergence of truly new classes of antibacterials is rare. Insects exposed to high pathogen densities for hundreds of millions of years depend in part on a rapid, inducible innate immune system that uses antimicrobial peptides (AMPs). These are small, typically cationic, amphipathic peptides mostly produced by the fat body and hemocytes and released in the hemolymph within a few hours of …
Published in International Journal of Insects · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Beyond the Alternative Proteins: How Does Fungal-Insect Bioconversion Reshape Nutrient Quality and Functional Value of Animal Feeds?
Abstract: The growing demand for sustainable animal production has intensified interest in fungi and insects as alternative sources of feed protein; however, their nutritional significance extends well beyond simple replacement of conventional protein ingredients. Fungal-insect bioconversion represents an emerging biological platform in which microorganisms and insects can transform low-value biomass into nutritionally and functionally distinct feed resources. This review examines how sequential or integrated fungal and insect bioconversion can reshape the …
Published in International Journal of Insects · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Utilization of kairomones to reduce the use of pesticides on Zea Mays crops
Abstract: Plant-derived kairomones represent a critical yet under- explored class of allelochemicals that orchestrate complex communication within maize-based intercropping systems. Beyond their role as simple signalling molecules, these compounds act as key determinants in the rhizosphere, influencing the recruitment of beneficial soil microbiota, modulating nutrient bioavailability, and enhancing plant tolerance to abiotic and biotic stresses. primary objective of this review is to provide a comprehensive synthesis of the biochemical pathways and …
Published in International Journal of Insects · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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The Insect Microbiome: Reviewing the Mutualistic Ties Between Insects and Microbes
Abstract: Insects are the most diverse and abundant class of animals on Earth, occupying virtually every terrestrial and freshwater ecological niche. A primary engine driving their evolutionary radiation, nutritional versatility, and physiological resilience is their intimate association with microbial symbionts. The insect microbiome, comprising bacteria, fungi, viruses, and protists, spans a continuum from transient environmental commensals to obligate intracellular mutualists. This review comprehensively synthesizes current knowledge on the functional architecture, transmission …
Published in International Journal of Insects · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Xenopsylla cheopis and Plague: Biology, Transmission, and Control
Abstract: Xenopsylla cheopis, the oriental rat flea, remains the most important vector of Yersinia pestis in classical rodent–flea–human plague cycles. Its biology is tightly adapted to commensal rats, especially Rattus rattus and Rattus norvegicus, whose nests provide microhabitats that support all pre adult stages and favour persistent flea populations near humans. The flea’s holometabolous life cycle, including the capacity for prolonged pupal quiescence and opportunistic host-seeking by adults, underpins its ability …
Published in International Journal of Insects · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Tsetse Flies and African Trypanosomiasis: Biology, Epidemiology, and Integrated Vector Control.
Abstract: Tsetse flies (Glossina spp.) are hematophagous dipterans confined to sub-Saharan Africa and serve as cyclical vectors of human African trypanosomiasis (HAT) and African animal trypanosomiasis (AAT), with major implications for human health, livestock productivity, and rural development. An integrated understanding of tsetse biology, parasite transmission, climate, and land–use–driven distribution shifts, and the comparative performance of control tools—especially insecticides and sterile insect technique (SIT)—is essential for designing sustainable elimination strategies. HAT …
Published in International Journal of Insects · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 21–28 Read article
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Medically Important Hemiptera: Bed Bugs and Kissing Bugs in Human Health.
Abstract: Bed bugs (family Cimicidae) and kissing bugs (subfamily Triatominae) are hematophagous Hemiptera of major medical importance, yet they differ markedly in their public health impact. Bed bugs have resurged globally over the past three decades, with infestations reported from homes, multi-unit housing, hotels, transportation, and healthcare facilities in both high and low-income settings. They are not established biological vectors of human pathogens, but their bites cause pruritic papules, urticarial, and …
Published in International Journal of Insects · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 41–49 Read article
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Artificial Intelligence in Entomology: Global Advances, Applications, and Future Directions in Insect Research and Pest Management
Abstract: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming entomology by enabling scalable, data-driven approaches to insect identification, ecological monitoring, and sustainable pest management. This review synthesizes recent global advances in AI applications across taxonomy, behavioral ecology, predictive modeling, and precision agriculture. Machine learning and deep learning techniques—including convolutional neural networks, acoustic classification models, and ensemble predictive algorithms—have demonstrated high classification accuracies (often exceeding 90% under controlled conditions) and improved early detection of pest …
Published in International Journal of Insects · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 29–40 Read article