Tiny Bugs Inside Bugs: How Milkweed Bugs Get Their Helpful Bacteria
Scientists discovered that milkweed bugs carry helpful bacteria inside their bodies that change throughout their lives. These bacteria come from their mothers …
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Tiny Plastic Pieces Are Harming Bugs and Insects Worldwide
Scientists have discovered that tiny plastic particles called microplastics are building up inside insects and other arthropods (like crustaceans and spiders) …
Read MoreWhy Bigger Insects Eat More Plastic (And Why That Matters)
Scientists studied how crickets interact with tiny plastic particles called microplastics as they grow. They discovered that crickets don't avoid eating …
Read MoreFungus Partners Help Bugs Get More Iron for Better Health
Scientists studied how a special fungus called Penicillium herquei helps weevil insects get more iron, which is important for their health. They compared fungi …
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