In some species of ants, such as the famous Linepithema humile (Argentine ant), there is a rather crazy genetic peculiarity: what is called low genetic...
Plankton is a true floating cafeteria, freely drifting in the oceans and nourishing a multitude of marine organisms. It plays a major role as the...
Imitating sounds helps some birds defend their territory or attract mates. By reproducing varied and complex noises, a bird demonstrates its cognitive ability and good...
Migratory butterflies travel long distances mainly to find food, avoid the cold, and reproduce under better conditions. In winter, low temperatures make survival difficult in...
Snail slime is a viscous mixture composed mainly of water, mucins (very sticky special proteins), but also a few other ingredients like mineral salts, collagen, and antimicrobial...
The bioluminescence of jellyfish comes from chemical reactions carried out by specialized cells located in their bodies. Some jellyfish directly produce light thanks to a...
Leafcutter ants often carry fragments much larger than themselves, sometimes up to 50 times their own weight. Why this seemingly exhausting choice? In reality, hauling...
Bees extract nectar from flowers, a true energy fuel primarily composed of water and natural sugars. This precious resource provides them with the energy essential...
Bees, while foraging, unintentionally transport pollen from flower to flower. This movement allows the plant to produce seeds and fruits: this phenomenon is called pollination. Without bees,...
Nectar-feeding bats, which primarily feed on nectar, play the same role as bees but especially at night. They ensure the transport of pollen by visiting...
