Plant-Animal Mutualism: Coevolution of Fruit Bats and Pepper Plants Linked to Biological Scent Sensory Ability

Medicine & Technology Aug 12, 2021

A recent study proves the coevolution history of short-tailed fruit bats and pepper plants through the sensory ability of bats.

Did This Coral Just Swallowed an Algae? New Marine Symbiosis Observed for First Time

Jul 15, 2021

Experts are surprised by the new symbiotic process exhibited by marine BFFs coral and algae. The new and first-ever symbiosis observed includes the coral swallowing the algae.

Legume Roots Have Protein That Help Them Find Their Symbiotic Partners

May 03, 2021

Researchers at the University of Freiburg found a special protein exclusive to legumes that helps its roots find the plant's symbiotic partner to grow healthily even without nitrogenous fertilizer.

Corals Emit Own Display of Colorful 'Sunscreen' to Fight Back Against Bleaching

May 23, 2020

WATCH! A new study reveals that some corals use an active sunscreen layer in the form of a colorful display that comes from unique pigments to attract algae. Click the link above to learn more and watch a video depicting the coral reefs.

Animal and Plants in the Ghetto: How Rare Species Organize Groups to Survive

Dec 24, 2019

According to the researchers, these organizations can be the reason behind the survival of rare species since it allows them to avoid the pressure of competing against abundant species.

Gene Sequences Of Dinoflagellate Algae Reveal The Secrets Of Symbiotic Relation With Corals

Feb 20, 2017

KAUST scientists found that symbiotic relation between Dinoflagellate Algae and corals. This symbiotic relation helps corals and algae to cooperate each other to survive against the environmental stress