Leafcutter bees cut circular bits of leaves to use as building materials for their nests. Researchers have found that the bees prefer leaves that harbor the common mold Aspergillus, which may help enhance the insects' health and survival.
Research sheds light on why leafcutter bees may prefer some leaves over others phys.org - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from phys.org Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
Ants go marching … methodically miragenews.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from miragenews.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
Most biologists have assumed that ants wander aimlessly around a new environment. New UArizona research suggests that at least one species of rock ant actually searches in a more methodical way.