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New Parasitic Wasp Species Discovered In Taiwan
A new species of parasitoid wasp that rides on the back of damselflies before laying eggs inside their eggs, has been discovered in Taiwan.
Physicists Decipher Butterfly Wings’ Color-Changing Effect
Researchers have uncovered how subtle differences in the tiny crystals on butterfly wings create stunningly varied patterns of color.
80 Percent Of Malaysian Borneo Degraded By Logging
A new satellite imaging system has determined that more than 80% of tropical forests in Malaysian Borneo have been impacted by logging.
Coral Symbiont Genome Decoded For First Time
Researchers in Japan have decoded the genome of a coral symbiont for the first time, a breakthrough for coral biology research.
Sharks Stun Sardine Prey With Tail Slaps
Thresher sharks hunt sardines by rapidly slapping their tails hard enough to stun or kill several of the smaller fish at once.
Moths Use Anti-Bat Defense For Mating
Researchers have discovered that moths use their defense mechanisms against bats for sexual communication.
Baby Fish Navigate Using ‘Sun Compass’
Marine scientists have discovered that baby fish navigate their way back to their home reef using a 'sun compass'.
Healthy Corals Carry Bacterial Communities Within
Researchers have found that bacterial communities living deep within the tissues of corals may help keep their coral hosts healthy.
Mystery Of Turtle Shell Origin Solved
A team of Japanese researchers has solved the long-standing mystery of how the turtle shell originated.
