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Pets
fromThe Washington Post
2 weeks ago

'Bone collector' caterpillar, a new species, wears outfit of body parts

A newly discovered carnivorous caterpillar hides in spider webs by adorning itself with insect remains for protection.
fromDefector
4 days ago
Pets

The Very Grisly Caterpillar | Defector

A unique caterpillar on O'ahu is carnivorous and known for decorating itself with the remains of its prey, gaining the nickname 'bone collector.'
Pets
fromThe Washington Post
2 weeks ago

'Bone collector' caterpillar, a new species, wears outfit of body parts

A newly discovered carnivorous caterpillar hides in spider webs by adorning itself with insect remains for protection.
fromDefector
4 days ago
Pets

The Very Grisly Caterpillar | Defector

A unique caterpillar on O'ahu is carnivorous and known for decorating itself with the remains of its prey, gaining the nickname 'bone collector.'
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Atlanta Braves
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Invasive pest with deadly venom spreads across the US - and triggers warning from scientists

The Asian needle ant poses serious health risks due to its ability to cause anaphylaxis in sensitive individuals.
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fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago
Everyday cooking

Ella Purnell Documented Her Caterpillar Infestation, And Now I've Unlocked A New Fear

Celebrity encounters with insect infestations can be both captivating and unsettling.
Ella's caterpillar saga tapped into a growing interest in bug-related experiences.
fromDefector
1 month ago
Parenting

This Leaf Tip Ain't Big Enough For The Two Of Us | Defector

Warty birch caterpillars exhibit territorial behavior by defending their leaves without shelter, using vibrations to communicate and confront intruders.
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago
Everyday cooking

Ella Purnell Documented Her Caterpillar Infestation, And Now I've Unlocked A New Fear

Celebrity encounters with insect infestations can be both captivating and unsettling.
Ella's caterpillar saga tapped into a growing interest in bug-related experiences.
fromDefector
1 month ago
Parenting

This Leaf Tip Ain't Big Enough For The Two Of Us | Defector

Warty birch caterpillars exhibit territorial behavior by defending their leaves without shelter, using vibrations to communicate and confront intruders.
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fromwww.dw.com
6 months ago
OMG science

Biodiversity: The bizarre world of ants DW 10/28/2024

Ants are crucial to ecosystems, with diverse functions that include soil aeration, seed dispersal, and serving as both predators and prey.
fromDefector
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Hell Yeah: This Maggot Has A Face On Its Butt | Defector

Blow fly larvae have evolved a 'termite mask' to live undetected among harvester termites, showcasing fascinating evolutionary adaptation.
fromwww.dw.com
6 months ago
OMG science

Biodiversity: The bizarre world of ants DW 10/28/2024

Ants are crucial to ecosystems, with diverse functions that include soil aeration, seed dispersal, and serving as both predators and prey.
fromDefector
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Hell Yeah: This Maggot Has A Face On Its Butt | Defector

Blow fly larvae have evolved a 'termite mask' to live undetected among harvester termites, showcasing fascinating evolutionary adaptation.
more#insect-behavior
Web design
fromwww.npr.org
5 months ago

Most spiders wait for prey to fly into their webs not slingshot spiders

The tiny ray spider actively uses its web as a slingshot to catch prey, showcasing unique predatory behavior uncommon in spiders.
fromDefector
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Mossy Stick Insect STUNS In New Photos | Defector

A new species of mossy stick insect named Trychopeplus mashpiensis has been discovered in Ecuador, noted for its impressive camouflage and unique physical characteristics.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
7 months ago
OMG science

Yes, Spotted Lanternflies Are Still Worth Stomping On

Spotted lanternflies are an invasive species spreading rapidly in urban areas, without natural predators to control their population.
fromInverse
11 months ago
Science

What Do Trillions of Cicadas Do Underground for Years?

Trillions of cicadas live underground for years, drinking from tree roots and shedding their skin, emerging briefly every 13 or 17 years for mating.
fromInverse
11 months ago
OMG science

How Wasps Make Use of Biological Weapons To Conquer Their Prey

Parasitic wasps have domesticated viruses to use as biological weapons against their insect hosts.
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