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insect-behavior
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New York Postworld45 days ago
Study Finds Mosquitoes Can Learn to Associate DEET With Blood Meals
New laboratory research shows mosquitoes previously exposed to DEET while feeding on blood later attempted to bite surfaces treated with the chemical. The findings come from controlled experiments published in the Journal of Experimental Biology.
swissinfo.chscience55 days ago
Study Examines How Honeybee Broods Influence Nurse Bee Diets
A study published in Science Advances examined how honeybee broods affect the feeding preferences of nurse bees. The research focused on protein intake from royal jelly and pollen.
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rnz.co.nzworld60 days ago
Study Finds Crickets Perform Targeted Grooming on Injured Antennae
A new study documents crickets actively grooming and nursing injured antennae with flexible and targeted behavior. The actions go beyond simple reflexes, according to the research. The findings add to evidence that some insects may feel pain.
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