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Using termite and cockroach genomes, researchers built phylogenetic trees from transposons, paving a new way to differentiate ...

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Finding a partner and sticking with them for life isn’t all that common in the animal world, but a few species really commit.

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A termite infestation can easily become a major problem in your home if you don't deal with it promptly. Fortunately, there ...

The unusual life cycle of ants reflects their social behavior, with some individuals foregoing reproduction to tend to the ...

World Anteater Day is a reminder that even the most unexpected creatures play important roles in maintaining the balance of ...

In research published in Insect Conservation and Diversity, investigators analyzed records from social media to explore which ...

From the way they walk to how they eat, there are many fascinating facts about anteaters that will really surprise you.

The Amazon, which spans nine South American countries and covers between 6.24 and 6.56 million km, is the world’s largest ...

Discover the world's smallest snakes, often overlooked but vital to nature. These tiny creatures, some no bigger than an earthworm, live hidden lives.