Some stick insects that normally reproduce through parthenogenesis found to mate on occasion
A team of ecologists and evolutionary biologists at the University of Lausanne, Switzerland, has found that some normally asexual species of stick insects, which are known to reproduce via parthenogenesis, occasionally mate to enhance the gene pool......»»
Fungi to the rescue: South African scientists use innovative approach to protect apple trees
Gardeners the world over dread the appearance of aphids on their plants. There are around 4,000 species of these sap-sucking insects and about 250 are pests that can wreak havoc on crops in a garden or orchard......»»
Earth"s greatest mass extinction 250 million years ago shows what happens when El Niño gets out of control
Around 252 million years ago, the world suddenly heated up. Over a geologically brief period of tens of thousands of years, 90% of species were wiped out. Even insects, which are rarely touched by such events, suffered catastrophic losses. The Permia.....»»
The Fire TV Stick is down to $25 for a limited time
The third-generation Amazon Fire TV Stick, which will let you access streaming shows in Full HD, is on sale from Amazon for a cheaper $25 after a $15 discount......»»
Edible insects show promise as sustainable nutritional source
As the global population grows and traditional livestock production increasingly strains environmental resources, there is a rising interest in alternative protein sources. Edible insects, particularly grasshoppers, are abundant in regions like Camer.....»»
New method to break down forever chemicals uses nanoparticles and ultrasound
What do firefighting foam, non-stick cookware, water-repellent textiles and pesticides all have in common? They all contain per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS—human-made chemicals that don't break down naturally. It's no wonder, then, tha.....»»
You don’t want to know how much it costs to repair the Huawei Mate XT
The repair costs of the Huawei Mate XT have been revealed, and as expected, it will not come cheap due to the foldable displays. The post You don’t want to know how much it costs to repair the Huawei Mate XT appeared first on Phandroid......»»
"Art for insects" could help save pollinators
Gardens can become "living artworks" to help prevent the disastrous decline of pollinating insects, according to researchers working on a new project......»»
The Huawei Mate XT is a triple-screen wonder
Huawei has officially unveiled its triple-screen foldable smartphone, the Huawei Mate XT, but too bad most of us can’t get our hands on it. The post The Huawei Mate XT is a triple-screen wonder appeared first on Phandroid. The problem wi.....»»
The fascinating secrets of plant reproduction that scientists are still uncovering
You might think flowers don't have much choice about who they mate with, given they are rooted to the ground and can't move......»»
This Galaxy Z Fold 6 competitor looks like it’s from the future
We've seen a lot of good folding phones this year, but Huawei's new Mate XT is by far one of the coolest and most futuristic......»»
How viruses move through insects for transmission of diseases
Viruses are master parasites that have adapted to infect many host species. Some viruses even use multiple hosts to spread their infections—such as arboviruses that use insects to move their infections to mammalian hosts like humans. Understanding.....»»
Grab the Amazon Fire Stick for Less than $30!
Save big and get access to your favourite content! The post Grab the Amazon Fire Stick for Less than $30! appeared first on Phandroid. While smart TVs are an awesome way to stream shows and movies on demand, they are pretty expensive and m.....»»
The Mosquito-Borne Disease ‘Triple E’ Is Spreading in the US as Temperatures Rise
Eastern equine encephalitis, which has a high mortality rate, is becoming more common in North America as climate changes expands the habitats of insects......»»
Save $20 when you buy an Amazon Fire Stick this weekend
The Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K is a great inexpensive way to improve your streaming setup and it's on sale now at Target but for a limited time only......»»
Plant thermogenesis has played key role in attracting pollinating insects for at least 200 million years, study suggests
Thermogenesis is a process by which organisms generate internal heat. Although it is usually associated with animals, some plants have also developed this ability. This metabolic process allows certain parts of the plant, such as flowers and inflores.....»»
Bat population collapse linked to increased pesticide use and more than 1,000 infant deaths
Bats are considered a natural pesticide, widely relied on by farmers as an alternative to chemical pesticides to protect their crops from insects. But since 2006, many bat populations have collapsed in counties in North America due to an invasive fun.....»»
Huawei’s folding phone leaked again, and it still looks amazing
In a few days, Huawei is set to unveil its first trifold foldable phone, the Mate XT. Several leaks about this phone have surfaced in recent months, and now . This latest one includes an introductory video about the handset, offering a closer look a.....»»
Miniature treadmills accelerate studies of insects walking
Fruit flies walking on miniature treadmills are helping scientists learn how the nervous system enables animals to move in an unpredictable and complex world......»»
Soil pollution surpasses climate change as top threat to underground biodiversity, study finds
Earthworms, insects and mites are all at risk from soil pollution, and scientists are worried that we know very little about the damage it's causing......»»
Human mouth bacteria reproduce through rare form of cell division, research reveals
One of the most diverse ecosystems on the planet is closer than you think—right inside your mouth. Your mouth is a thriving ecosystem of more than 500 different species of bacteria living in distinct, structured communities called biofilms. Nearly.....»»