Scientists estimate that up to 86% of eukaroytic species (Composed primarily of animals, plants, fungi) on land have not been described (Mora et al., 2011). There may be about 5.5 million species of insects, approximately 80% of which have not been described (Stork, 2018). The photo series shows some interesting looking insects and arachnids from…
Author: Neetha Iyer
I am a graduate student in the Department of Anthropology at UC Davis. My research interests include the evolution of sociality and disease in animals. I currently study the effects of ranging patterns and social behavior on parasite transmission in gorillas. I am passionate about promoting diversity in STEM fields by increasing public access to basic science research.
Beyond the Scientific Bubble: The Inequity Dilemma in Field Research
As animal behaviorists, we often conduct fieldwork in very different regions of the world. We might find ourselves carrying out studies in the cold Arctic tundra, lush tropical forests of Madagascar, or even in a parking lot in the California Central Valley. Most biologists will tell you their motivations stem from a need to understand…
Creature Feature: Florida Apple Snail
Have you ever noticed mysterious clusters of smooth pea-shaped spheroids—often white- or pink-colored—stuck to the stems of aquatic plants or debris? More than likely, these are the eggs of an aquatic snail. If you ever find yourself paddling through the Florida everglades, the egg clumps you see may be laid by the beautiful Florida apple…
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