Tag Archives: Insects

Sea creature fossil found with oldest-known cardiovascular system

Posted on April 8, 2014 by The Great One

Interesting stuff… TGO Refer to story below. Source: Reuters By Will Dunham  WASHINGTON (Reuters) – You’ve heard of having a heart of stone, but this old guy takes it literally. Scientists said on Monday they have found a fossil of … Continue reading →

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Ants Stay Clean by Squirting Antimicrobials from Their Butts

Posted on December 23, 2013 by The Great One

Interesting stuff… TGO Refer to story below. Source: LiveScience By Laura Poppick, Staff Writer December 21, 2013 2:28 PM Ants may not seem particularly germaphobic, since they live in bacteria-rich dirt and often eat decaying plants and animals. But some … Continue reading →

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Hairy, crazy ants invade from Texas to Miss.

Posted on October 2, 2011 by The Great One

Amazing how creatures as small as ants, because of their huge numbers, can cause such damage… TGO Refer to story below. Source: Associated Press By JANET McCONNAUGHEY – Associated Press | AP – Sat, Oct 1, 2011 NEW ORLEANS (AP) — It … Continue reading →

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NYC looks to stop spreading bedbug infestations

Posted on July 31, 2010 by The Great One

This story was posted several days ago but is worth noting. It references New York City but obviously bed bugs do not discriminate; they can be found in all corners of the globe. Like most insects, they are difficult to … Continue reading →

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