Biology

When hermaphroditic worms that usually self-fertilize are exposed to stressful high temperatures, they produce offspring that mate earlier than normal.
Jude Coleman, Contributor
The finest silk wrapping can keep females occupied for just long enough.
Joshua Learn, Contributor
The mega-mawed spider appeared to use the water to reconstitute dried-up food.
Jude Coleman, Contributor
Researchers want to use fungi to try to promote forest growth.
Will Sullivan, Staff Writer
The results could warrant further research into how enzymes function in space.
Will Sullivan, Staff Writer
A newfound millipede with 1,306 legs has the most legs of any known animal, researchers say.
Charles Q. Choi, Contributor
Contenders in Nikon Small World in Motion video contest showcase wonders from the microscopic world.
Catherine Meyers, Editor
Examining small molecules that attach to DNA strands can help build a sense of a lobster's age.
Haley Weiss, Staff Writer
Analysis of fish ear bones reveals how bioluminescent lanternfish became so abundant.
Joshua Learn, Contributor
Scientists identified competing neural pathways that control flies' decision making.
Karen Kwon, Contributor
Experiments on fox squirrels show they know the perfect combination of speed, springiness and "parkour movements" to get their nuts.
Joshua Learn, Contributor
When their homes burn, male red-backed fairywrens fail to develop their brilliant plumage.
Joshua Learn, Contributor