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‘Ecosystem Canaries’ Warn Against Environmental Tipping Points
Vital information about the overall health of an ecosystem may be lurking in data about 'inconsequential species' like bugs and grubs, according to a study.
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.
Cycad Plant Roots Avoid Competing With Kin For Resources
In a low resource situation, cycad plant roots can recognize the identity of adjacent plants and refrain from competing with close relatives.
Zebra Finch Parents’ Song Prepare Unborn Chicks For Global Warming
A zebrafinch’s dulcet tones can help the unborn chicks in its eggs prepare for a warmer environment, a study suggests.
Synthetic Mother-Of-Pearl, The Way Nature Intended
Researchers have created synthetic nacre, or mother-of-pearl, that forms in mere weeks instead of months or years.
Goblin Sharks Clamp Down On Prey Using ‘Slingshot’ Jaw
By analyzing rare video footage, Japanese researchers have found that goblin sharks project their distinct, protruding jaws forward at incredible speeds to bite prey.
Scientists In Hong Kong Discover New Golden Tree Ant Species
Move over, Yellowjacket. This golden ant species could be the new warriors on Ant-Man's team.
So Cute! Baby Monkeys Reveal The Significance of Smiles
The spontaneous smiles of sleeping baby macaques reveal the evolutionary origin of smiles and laughter, a new study shows.
Yes, Bees Get Sexually Transmitted Diseases Too
And when they do get a sexually transmitted disease, the bees' immune system launches an efficient response to protect their sperm—and ultimately their queen—against the disease.
