When faced with the threat of a parasite, bees employ distancing measures in a way similar to other social insects.
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Category: Scientific Papers
SUCCESS FOR CSIRO AEDES AEGYPTI ELIMINATION TRIAL
A CSIRO-led research team has recorded a landmark victory in the battle against Aedes aegypti, the mosquito species that transmits a number of deadly diseases worldwide.
HOUSEFLIES – WHAT DISEASES DO THEY CARRY?
Just how much of a health risk do houseflies pose to humans?
BEE GLUE – A POTENTIAL TERMITICIDE?
The resinous substances gathered by bees is the latest natural compound to exhibit promising termiticidal properties.
TERMITE PARTNER SELECTION
We know that termites pair up during swarming events, but what makes a termite chose one partner over another? Steve Broadbent, Regional Director for Ensystex, reviews the research.
ARE NATURAL COMPOUNDS THE FUTURE OF FUMIGANTS?
Researchers from South Korea and The University of Queensland have investigated the fumigant properties of methyl benzoate – with promising results.
WHY DRAIN FLIES DON’T GET WASHED AWAY
An international team of researchers has discovered why drain flies are so adept at evading harm from water droplets.
UNRAVELLING THE MYSTERY OF THE TERMITE GUT
Steve Broadbent, Regional Director of Ensystex, takes a closer look at the microbial life that plays such a crucial role in the termite gut.
LONG LIVE THE QUEEN?
A look at the research into termite queens, their lifespans and reproductive behaviours.
RESISTANCE TO ANTICOAGULANTS? NOT IN WA
A study of mouse populations in Western Australia has found that they lack a specific genetic mutation that confers resistance to first generation anticoagulant rodenticides.
