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A sheep in wolf’s clothing: how one moth species can survive by mimicking its predators

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One uncommon form of mimicry in the animal world is predator mimicry- when prey mimic their predator to avoid being eaten. This is the case with the jumping spider and certain species of moth. However, this is not simply mimicry … Continue reading

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No sexy sons here: the male trait of leading calls found not heritable in katydids

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In insects and frogs, a female’s preference for males who call first is well proven. These males are called leaders. Other calling males neighboring the leading male are called followers. Although the female preference for leaders has been studied thoroughly, … Continue reading

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Holy Anole! How the diversity of one lizard species is impacted by climate

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At one point or another, we have all seen animals with flaps of skin hanging below their chins— some of us even have them. In lizards it’s called a dewlap, a signaling device thought to be used in mating and … Continue reading

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