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Welcome Asterix, Obelix and Yoda! Finding fun in the serious matter of discovering insects

  • Written by Nick Porch, Senior Lecturer in Environmental Earth Science, Deakin University
Welcome Asterix, Obelix and Yoda! Finding fun in the serious matter of discovering insectsDo these look like Gauls to you? Three of the 103 new weevils identified in Indonesia were named after characters Asterix, Obelix and Idefix. Alexander Riedel

Forget the apes, we live on “The Planet of the Beetles”. Welcome.

With an estimated 387,000 formally described species, beetles (Coleoptera) are the most species-rich of the five...

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How Teen Depression Differs from Normal Adolescent Mood Swings

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Adolescence is often described as a turbulent period of life. Hormonal changes, social pressures, academic stress, and the search for identity all combine to make the teenage years emotionally inten...

Why Regular Visits to a Trusted Dentist Matter More Than You Think

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Seeing a dentist is often associated with pain or emergency situations. However, routine dental visits play a much larger role in maintaining not only oral health but your overall wellbeing. Whether...

5 Signs Your Loved One Might Benefit from In-Home Therapy Support

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Living with a disability or health condition can present daily challenges, especially when accessing regular therapy support outside the home. That’s why many individuals and their families are turn...