Matador bugs wave red flags to deter predators
In the lush surroundings of Gamboa, Panama, a team of scientists embarked on an intriguing experiment involving crickets, matador bugs, and the keen-eyed motmots.
The...
Study reveals animals coexist with humans by mastering risk assessment
This fascinating study delves into the adaptability and survival strategies of great-tailed grackles in urban environments, shedding light on how animals can thrive amidst...
The hidden gems of Florida: the plight of scrub mints
In the unique landscapes of Florida, there's a little-known story unfolding that concerns the fate of some of the planet’s most endangered plants: the...
Identifying poison ivy gets trickier with plant variability, shows study
The saying "leaves of three, let it be" is a well-known advice to avoid the itchy wrath of poison ivy. However, this catchy rhyme...
Genome discovery sheds new light on bird evolution
Decoding the avian family tree has always been a complex puzzle for scientists, not least because birds, the descendants of dinosaurs that survived the...
Groundbreaking technique uncovers underground life’s secrets
Scientists at the Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences have pioneered a method that marks a significant leap in our understanding of the microbial world,...
Scientists discover groundbreaking antibiotic class to combat superbugs
The discovery of a new class of antibiotics by scientists at Uppsala University marks a significant breakthrough in the fight against antibiotic resistance, a...
Bacteria can sense when their relatives die
Biologists have discovered that Vibrio cholerae, the bacteria behind the cholera disease, can sense when its relatives die.
Bacterial cell death is often accompanied by...
Beethoven’s DNA and the limits of prediction
In an intriguing blend of genetics and history, researchers have turned their attention to the DNA of Ludwig van Beethoven, aiming to unravel the...
Scientists discover evolutionary ‘tipping point’ that shapes fungi
Scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery about fungi, those natural recyclers that break down dead plants and trees, releasing nutrients back into the soil.
This...