They may be small, but they matter. A lot. Insects make up a staggering 90% of life on Earth, and their decline isn’t just a statistic; it’s a looming crisis. PBS’s new series, “Bugs That Rule the World,” takes a hard look at this “insect apocalypse” in its premiere episode this Wednesday.
“Insect Apocalypse” isn’t just another nature documentary; it’s a wake-up call. The program travels the globe, from remote jungles to windswept deserts, following scientists as they study insects and attempt to understand the magnitude of their disappearance. The program reveals the crucial role insects play in our planet’s health. The news, it seems, isn’t good.
The episode explores the potential consequences of a future with drastically fewer insects. It’s likely a future none of us want to contemplate. “Bugs That Rule the World” premieres Wednesday, May 7th at 10:00 PM ET on PBS.
