Starting with clean water itself, each type of species has different tolerances when it comes to water quality. For example, ...
Sea lice bites are an itchy rash caused by jellyfish larvae that get trapped in swimsuits after swimming in the ocean. The larvae release toxins that trigger irritation, redness, and welts on the skin ...
The fallen leaves will also provide nutrients to support mayfly larvae and other water invertebrates – the main food source of the juvenile Atlantic salmon and trout.
Few outsiders gain acceptance in termite society, but a species of blowfly has evolved an incredible multipart disguise that successfully fools termites, allowing its larvae to not just survive but ...
Researchers have discovered blow fly larvae with fake termite faces on their rears that enable them to socially integrate into termite colonies in the mountains of Morocco.
Recently, I had the opportunity to film the fascinating hunting behavior of a dragonfly larva. These larvae, belonging to the family Aeshnidae, are true masters of underwater predation.