Cities are known to shape the evolution of wildlife within them, but according to a study of European cities published in the ...

The diversity of water strider species apparently developed as early as the Cretaceous period, much earlier than previously ...

Termites did not evolve complex societies by adding new genetic features. Instead, scientists found that they became more ...

Understanding the evolution of insect mating behavior is essential for explaining how early insects adapted to life on land. A new study examines Petrobiellus akkesiensis, a rare jumping bristletail, ...

The jewel wasp is known for a parasitic life cycle that relies entirely on cockroaches. After manipulating its host, the wasp lays eggs that develop internally over time. Scientists say this process ...

Termites became social powerhouses by stripping away genes tied to competition and independence. This genetic shedding locked in monogamy, boosted cooperation, and paved the way for their ...

Researchers traced termite DNA back to cockroach ancestors and found genetic loss played a key role in building social ...

Industrial fabrication is experiencing a transformation driven by the convergence of rising production complexity, stricter quality standards, and increasing global demand for precision components.

Released in 2017, the original Nintendo Switch took the gaming community by storm, offering a hybrid gaming experience to ...

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