Biology
Toad Tadpoles Turn Homegrown Poisons on One Another
Young amphibians are the first animals thought to use toxins against rivals of their own species
Stories by Christie Wilcox
Biology
Moonlighting Genes Evolve for a Venomous Job
An unexpected mechanism allows wasps to rapidly co-opt genes for new toxic functions
Biology
How a Wasp Turns Cockroaches into Zombies
A special chemical blend injected into the brains of cockroaches makes them pawns in the jewel wasp’s control—and perfect live food for its offspring
Biology
How a Wasp Turns Cockroaches into Zombies
A special chemical blend injected into the brains of cockroaches makes them pawns in the jewel wasp’s control—and perfect live food for its offspring
"A ship is safe in harbor, but that's not what ships are for."
The Sciences
Small Guts May Be a Tradeoff for Big Brains
Big brains may mean small guts
Gingrey is a bad doctor, says science
Health
Fake Feces To Treat Deadly Disease: Scientists Find They Can Just Make Sh*t Up
Though childish songs make crude jokes, there's nothing funny about diarrhea. Aside from the painful, twisting feeling in your guts, there's just something psychologically upsetting about losing control of your bowels...
Mind
People With Brown Eyes Appear More Trustworthy, But That's Not The Whole Story
Take a moment to look at yourself in the mirror. I want you to really examine your features—the curves, lines and shapes that make up your face. How broad is your chin?
Evolution
Parasitic Wasps Master Microbiology In Addition To Neurochemistry
"Oh, beauty is a beguiling call to death, and I'm addicted to the sweet pitch of its siren." - Johnny Quid, RocknRolla Glinting in shimmering shades of blue and green, the emerald cockroach wasp is surely a thing of beauty, but its shimmering exterior masks its cruel nature...
Expensive Organs: Guppies Reveal The Cost Of Big Brains
Science Sushi: 2012 in Review
Happy Holidays, from my tank to yours!
The Best Gangnam Parody I've Seen Yet
Don't Pee On It: Zinc Emerges As New Jellyfish Sting Treatment
The Sciences
Corals Recruit Fish Bodyguards To Protect Them From Seaweed
Reefs recruit fish as bodyguards
Plant's Cry For Help Attracts The Wrong Crowd
Musical Monday: As Hard As It Is
Sticks and stones may break my bones, but Wild Sex excites me
