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03-29-2023
Honeybees can shed light on the health of cities
A groundbreaking study published in the journal Environmental Microbiome suggests that urban honeybees could hold the key to unlocking insights into the microbiomes of cities around the world, providing valuable information about both hive and human health. As cities are designed for human habitation, they also host a myriad of other living species.  Understanding this diverse landscape is crucial for urban planning and human health. However, sampling the microbial landscape in a way that covers vast urban areas can be labor-intensive and challenging. Lead researcher Elizabeth Hénaff...
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03-11-2023
Migratory birds take breaks to boost their immune system
Scientists have long known that, after a period of intense...
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03-11-2023
How did jewel beetles’ visual systems evolve?
Jewel beetles are a striking species of insects that can...
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03-10-2023
Strong maternal drive helps sea otters survive
The southern sea otter (Enhydra lutris nereis), also known as...
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03-09-2023
Elephant seals prioritize survival over reproduction
Changing environmental conditions could make it difficult for marine mammals...
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03-09-2023
Honey bees refine their dancing skills by watching others
Honey bees are famous for their “waggle dance," the behavior...
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03-09-2023
Amazon animals will suffer as the rainforest turns into savanna
A new study from UC Davis reveals that animals in...
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03-08-2023
Good genes do not always lead to evolutionary success
The theory of sexual selection proposes that, where males have...
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03-08-2023
Male ostriches are driven by competition, not cooperation
In social groups, male and female ostriches are affected differently...
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03-08-2023
Environmental DNA can help monitor pollinators
Pollinator populations are rapidly declining all around the world, causing...
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03-08-2023
Aquatic animals protect coastal ecosystems
A new study led by Yale University has found that...
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03-07-2023
Bumblebees learn new trends by watching others
A new study published in PLoS Biology reveals that bumblebees...
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03-07-2023
Diving birds face a greater risk of extinction
Diving birds such as puffins and penguins face a higher...
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