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An Ant’s Journey: How the wood ant uses its surroundings to guide its path

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It’s certainly no secret that ants lead a busy life. From foraging to fighting off predators, knowing how to navigate is very important for these tiny insects. Researchers Joseph L Woodgate, Cornelia Buehlmann, and Thomas S. Collett of the University … Continue reading

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Lost and Confused: The Effect of Magnetic Pulses on Orientation of the Caribbean Spiny Lobster

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Although, we humans must rely on compasses and google maps to guide us, a diverse range of animals possess the incredible ability to detect the earth’s magnetic field, allowing them to migrate accurately over astonishing distances. These animals are able … Continue reading

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Through the Eyes of a Wasp: How Wasps Acquire and Use Views for Homing

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Many species of insects including honeybees, ants, and wasps live in nests, which act as headquarters from which all of the members of the colony operate. For an insect such as a wasp, the ability to navigate to and from … Continue reading

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