ecology

Nutrition-Related Genes Determine Ant Castes

Ants destined to be workers have different levels of genes related to nutrition compared to their reproductive counterparts.

Waterways Are Extensively Polluted With Antibiotic-Resistant Bugs

Thanks to human activity, antibiotic resistant genes are now widespread in estuarine areas.

Using Artificial Caterpillars To Test The ‘Enemies Hypothesis’

In tropical forests, plant diversity, plant species composition and plant structures affect the top-down control of herbivorous insects.

Butterflies That Are Picky Eaters In Greater Danger Of Extinction

Butterflies that are picky about their flower diets are more prone to extinction, researchers have found.

Japanese Tadpoles Enjoy Hot Springs, Just Like Us

Researchers have found Japanese tadpoles living in hot springs, or onsens, where water temperatures can reach as high as 46.1 °C.

Two Ant Species Named After Game of Thrones Dragons (VIDEO)

Brace yourself, dragon ants are coming! Researchers have discovered ant species with dragon-like spines reminiscent of the mythical beasts in Game of Thrones.

For Some Female Birds, Home Is More Important Than Husband

Female purple-crowned fairy-wrens are in such fierce competition over territory that they are willing to ‘divorce’ their male partners for a better patch, a study shows.

Pythons & Boas Evolved Independently To Share Similar Traits

Pythons and boas last shared a common ancestor in the age of the dinosaurs, but by living in the same habitats, they evolved to look similar today.

Dwarf Rafflesia Flower Found In The Philippines

Scientists have literally stumbled upon a new dwarf species of the giant Rafflesia that is only 9.73 cm in diameter.