Populations of distinct neurons in the hypothalamus code the states associated with threats linked to predators
Abstract image summarizing the study of researchers and mouse responses when threatened by predators and when they are safe. Credit: ...
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“Diving” lizards use bubbles to breathe underwater and avoid predators
A species of semi-aquatic lizard produces a special bubble above its nostrils to breathe underwater. Credit: Lindsey Swierk Meet the ...
Sponges’ symbiosis with bacteria helps them store toxic molybdenum to ward off predators, study finds
The research sponge Theonella conica in its natural habitat (Red Sea). Credit: Shani Shoham A new study from Tel Aviv ...
Researchers are finding that having good neighbors and few large predators makes predatory fish populations more resilient.
Illustration of the identified interactive effects of connectivity and predation pressure. Credit: Natural communications (2024). DOI: 10.1038/s41467-024-45713-1 A regime change ...
Apex predators not a silver bullet for restoring ecosystems, 20-year study finds
In 2001, CSU researchers established four intensive study areas in Yellowstone to test the effects of reducing grazing through fencing ...
Why it is important to study the trophic behavior of local predators
Map showing: a) the location of the Canary Islands (red square), b) the island of Tenerife and the Teide National ...
