A new study reveals that female desert locusts can breed even during the sweltering Sahara heat, aided by male partners who protect them from the sun.
Observations show male desert locusts have been seen climbing on females' backs to provide shade, thus enabling egg-laying during extreme heat conditions.
Understanding the unique behavior of desert locusts in extreme temperatures can lead to more sustainable pest management methods, according to experts in the field.
Arianne Cease stresses the importance of identifying locust behaviors that can enhance the development of sustainable control strategies for agricultural protection.
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