Scientists warn of 'insect apocalypse' amid climate change

An emerging "insect apocalypse" will have radical effects on the environment and humankind, an Australian scientist has warned. – Photo: Patrick Pleul/dpa

An emerging "insect apocalypse" will have radical effects on the environment and humankind, an Australian scientist has warned.

An international study on the future of insects under climate change scenarios has found the loss of insects will drastically reduce the ability of humankind to build a sustainable future.