nature
Orb-Web Spiders Masquerade As Bird Poo
Scientists have shown that disrupting the orb-web spider's bird dropping masquerade makes them four times more likely to be attacked by predatory wasps.
US$2.3 Million For DNA Barcoding Project
Scientists hope that DNA bar coding will speed up the identification of plant and animal species and help combat illegal trade in endangered species.
How Many Visitors Can A Koala Bear?
The koala bear's low energy diet may make it particularly sensitive to stress from visitor noise and handling.
Fast Growing Bornean Trees Important For Carbon Cycling
Rainforests in Borneo produce 50 percent more wood biomass than comparable forests in the Amazon, scientists say.
Giant Sperm Preserved By Bat Poo
Scientists have discovered tiny shrimp which have giant sperm thought to be longer than the male's entire body.
Ants Confused By Strong Smells
The presence of perfume can alter ants' social behavior, causing them to brush antennae more frequently.
Newly Discovered Plant Stores Nickel In Leaves
Able to store up to 18,000 ppm of nickel in its leaves, Rinorea niccolifera might be useful for removing heavy metals in contaminated soil.
Indian Monsoons Becoming More Extreme
By combining meteorological records spanning 60 years with rigorous statistical methods, scientists have shown that Indian monsoons have become more variable.
Bats Could Help Protect Rice Against Pests
The wrinkle-lipped bat might be useful in protecting rice shoots against the white-backed planthopper, scientists say.
