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Fly Me to the Moon: How the light of the moon may impact flight behaviors in the Black Swift

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Many birds have evolved as migratory species. This means they spend the majority of their lifespan in flight, traveling long distances when they are not in their breeding period. One such group are Old World swifts which spend up to … Continue reading

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Hold Your Breath: How the Scent of CO2 May Contribute to Mosquitoes’ Attraction to Skin

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You’re walking through the forest on a warm summer day, and you feel the familiar sting of a mosquito biting your arm. As you swat away the fly you notice a smattering of other bites you have accrued throughout your … Continue reading

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