The last decade has seen a flood of mitochondrial genomics data on lice and other insects. This data bolsters studies related to properly identifying and classifying insect species and developing ...
What are heart murmurs in children? Heart murmurs are extra or abnormal sounds made by turbulent blood flowing through the heart. Murmurs are graded on a scale of 1 to 6, based on how loud they are.
Stressed plants emit ultrasounds. These sounds, imperceptible to the human ear, are a valuable source of information for certain butterflies. A new study reveals how these insects use this hidden ...
Whether you're spending summer at home or in warmer climes, insect repellent is important for preventing bites and stings and the associated diseases transmitted by biting bugs. We've tested popular ...
The dragonfly is mesmerising to look at not only because of its iridescent colors, but also because of its aerodynamic talents – did you know that it’s also the fastest insect in the world? A green ...
Your heart is a muscle, and it gets stronger and healthier if you lead an active life. It's never too late to start exercising, and you don't have to be an athlete. Even taking a brisk walk for 30 ...
CBP at Dulles Airport intercepted two rare pests in flowers from South Africa. One was a first-ever find, and the other hadn’t been seen locally in 40 years. The pests, Caprhiobia sp. and ...
In Portsmouth, environmental and occupational factors are linked to 17 per cent of heart disease and stroke ... increasing six-fold by the 2050s. Insect-borne diseases also pose a growing threat.