Tag Archives: Symbiosis

Did metamorphosis evolve through hybridization? A scientific cautionary tale.

Posted on February 23, 2016 by joeballenger2005

Written by Joe Ballenger This question, received through our Facebook page, is one that actually hits close to home for me because it involves one of my scientific idols: This dates back to a paper published in 2009, one which … Continue reading →

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Symbionts in insects part 1: What do they do?

Posted on October 20, 2015 by joeballenger2005

@BugQuestions I was asked today about bacterial symbionts in insects, very disappointed I could only think of half a dozen. Any good ones? — Jimmy Conway (@InsectophileJim) January 22, 2015 This is a question we received a very long time … Continue reading →

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