Great Britain
2024-07-05 @ 10.15.23 ∈ In English
Identifier Profile: @k8thegr8 · iNaturalist
If you’re photographing a caterpillar, Kate recommends getting at least three photos: one the top of the caterpillar, one of the side showing all the sets of legs, and a photo of the face (aka head capsule). It’s also really important to note the host plant (or make an observation of the host plant and get it identified on iNat). Even then, she reminds us that not all caterpillars (or adults) can be identified to the species level from photos alone.
2024-05-20 @ 18.43.15 ∈ Suomeksi
2024-02-27 @ 13.17.41 ∈ In English
2024-02-21 @ 18.56.02 ∈ In English
Analysis shows butterfly and moth genomes are mostly unchanged despite 250 million years of evolution
The team found not only were chromosomes incredibly stable, but the order of genes within them was too. […] However, researchers uncovered a rare subset of species such as the blue butterflies—Lysandra—and the group containing cabbage white butterflies—Pieris—that underwent extensive chromosome reshuffling[.]
2023-12-20 @ 18.04.55 ∈ In English
2023-12-19 @ 13.01.11 ∈ In English
Mapping bedbugs: S Korean blockchain engineer fights infestation with data
His fear of bedbugs drove him to create an interactive map that shows the approximate locations of reported infestations across the country, as well as real-time news stories on the issue. The site now receives as many as 50,000 visitors a day, up from around 40 when Kang launched it.
2023-06-10 @ 19.32.15 ∈ In English
Invasive oak processionary moth caterpillars cause concern for England’s trees
An insect that can be hazardous to human health is spreading across southeast England. […] "As the oak processionary moth is a relatively recent arrival to the UK, any potential predators haven't had much time to familiarize themselves with it. This means the caterpillars are able to spread faster than they would otherwise."