How Black Widow Spiders Sneakily Deter Predators
Luckily for humans highly venomous spiders such as the Redback Spider (Australian) and Black Widow Spider (US) have antivenoms but unsuspecting insects may not be so fortunate. A recent study by Duke University in North Carolina has discovered these toxic spiders are able to fool some animals simply because their red- and-black telltale markings can’t be detected.
City Birds are Smarter than Country Birds
Anyone who’s tried to eat lunch in an urban park will be well aware of how bold city birds are when it comes to sneaking a bite, but now new research has confirmed it – living in the city can make you smarter and stronger, if you’re a bird anyway. The research undertaken by McGill University found that city birds have a bigger advantage over their country cousins regarding cognition, behaviour and physiology.
Termite Map
Termites are common all over Australia, but in some parts they are more prevalent than others. We take a look at the most common types of environments for termites and where they are mostly found in Australia.
All About the Blue-Banded Bee
The blue-banded bee is an extremely unique Australian native bee. We’ll tell you all about why this bee is important to the agriculture of our landscape.
Autumn Pest Control Tips
Autumn is here and with it the increased chance of pests entering your home to escape the cooler weather. Such pests you may encounter include mice, rats, ants, cockroaches, fleas, possums and birds. We take a look at some of the areas of your home that pests target and how you can prevent these uninvited guests.
Snakes Are On The Move In Brisbane
Snake season is well under way in Brisbane and a warmer than average winter meant snakes were on the move as early as spring. Since the chances of coming across a snake are much higher in summer, keep reading to find out how to keep snake safe!
World’s Deadliest Animals
Traditional predators such as grizzly bears, lions and sharks certainly inspire fear in us. But the number of people killed each year by these wild animals pales in comparison to the deadliest killer of all, the humble mosquito, responsible for around 725,000 deaths annually. Here are some more of the world’s deadliest animals, a few of which may surprise you.
Morgan Freeman Creates a Bee Sanctuary
More than just honey makers, bees are vital for pollinating agricultural crops. Without them, we wouldn’t have fresh fruit and veggies. End of story. Bees pollinate around 70 percent of the world’s crops, which is why the declining population of honey bees around the world in the last ten years is a major problem.
Damage Caused by Blocked Gutters
It’s important that you keep your gutters clean so they can do the job they’re meant to do, namely, guide rainwater off your roof and down the drain. A lot of the time gutters are forgotten about, however, neglecting them can cause structural damage and a lot of costly repair bills.
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