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Animals with the shortest lifespan in the world
According to statistics from The Mysterious World, mayflies are the animals with the shortest lifespan in the world. On average, mayflies only live for 1 day.
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Biology
Which insect is the smartest?
Many experiments have been conducted to test the capabilities of insect brains and the results have been surprising.
Biology
Here's Why This Plant Grows Super Slow: It Only Grows 3cm a Year
Unlike most flowering plants that attract bees and butterflies, the Joshua tree only mates with the Yucca moth for its entire life, lasting hundreds of years, even 1,000…
Animal world
Unique techniques help animals 'survive' through winter
Digging burrows in the ground, hibernating and breathing underwater, or huddling together to keep warm... are some
Biology
New discovery about cancer detection ability of bees and dogs
Scientists in the US say that recent studies have discovered that animals such as bees and dogs have the ability to detect cancer.
Biology
Honeybees - 'warriors' protecting crops from elephants' destruction
A study published in the journal 'Conservation Science and Practice' found that keeping honeybees on fences around small farms in Kenya helped deter crop-destroying elep…
Biology
World's largest bee species revealed after nearly 40 years
A Wallace bee as big as an adult's thumb has just appeared in Indonesia after nearly 40 years.
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Why can't venomous animals be dangerous to themselves?
Venomous animals such as snakes, frogs, bees, spiders... all possess distinct mechanisms to avoid harming themselves.
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Why are there no male queen bees?
Male bees usually die after mating with the queen bee, but even if they survive, they cannot become a
Conquer Mars
Robot bees 'Marsbees': Tiny army of explorers conquering Mars
Mars, the mysterious red planet, may soon become
Biology
How to identify bee species and how to treat stings
When playing in wooded areas, children are susceptible to bee stings, some of which can result in hospitalization. Identifying the species of bee can help in the treatme…
Biology
Heat is killing Earth's important pollinators
Bumblebees, one of the most important pollinators on Earth, are declining globally due to heat.
Biology
Interesting discovery: Bees 'shake hands' with each other to play with Lego
Research shows that bees' intelligence is even beyond what we think.
Biology
What should you do when attacked by bees?
Identify unusual bee behaviors early and handle them properly. Here are some things to remember to help you avoid a bee attack.
Biology
Discover things you may not know about bees
Through photos, we see the beauty of bees and their importance to the ecosystem.