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Silicon Valley food
fromKqed
5 months ago

This Weevil Was Born in Your Rice and It's Hungry | KQED

Rice weevil larvae enter pantries via rice grains, consuming large quantities and threatening stored food supplies.
Science
fromKqed
1 month ago

The 4 Most Ruthless Ants We've Ever Filmed | KQED

Fire ants create floating rafts to survive floods, ingeniously protecting their larvae and employing quick assembly and defensive measures.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Want to make yourself less appealing to mosquitoes? Our quiz has surprising ideas

Effective mosquito bite prevention includes science-backed methods beyond bug sprays and staying indoors.
Podcast
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Climate change could be great for mosquitoes

Mosquito populations are rising in certain areas of the US, possibly linked to climate change.
Extended mosquito seasons indicate thriving populations in previously unsuitable areas.
OMG science
fromwww.travelandleisure.com
3 months ago

This Western North Carolina National Forest Is One of the Only Places to Spot Rare Blue Ghost Firefliesand You Can Only See Them for a Limited Time

The blue ghost firefly, found in southern Appalachians, emits a continuous blue glow and offers a unique experience distinct from typical firefly displays.
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