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At Philly Bug Fest 2022, humans learn to love the bug. And who knew a roach had two brains?

Why do harmless insects creep us out? Maybe it's time to get over it. The Academy of Natural Science's Bug Fest celebrates our invertebrate neighbors.

Savannah Samakai-Moore (left) and Nahla Samakai-Moore, both 7, bravely examine roaches after the “Roach Races Grand Prix” event Saturday during Bug Fest 2022.
Savannah Samakai-Moore (left) and Nahla Samakai-Moore, both 7, bravely examine roaches after the “Roach Races Grand Prix” event Saturday during Bug Fest 2022.Read moreHEATHER KHALIFA / Staff Photographer
    by William Bender
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