Researchers named the parasitic creature Sirenobethylus charybdis —both after the sirens of Greek mythology that lured in ...

Researchers have discovered the mechanism that drives the parasitic vine Cuscuta campestris to insert organs into plants after making contact with the hosts.

The species likely used its unique apparatus to trap its hosts, scientists said. An extinct species of parasitic wasp dating back nearly 99 million years was found preserved in amber, according to ...

March 24 (Reuters) - Highly pathogenic avian influenza, commonly called bird flu, has increasingly spread to mammals and infected hundreds of people, raising concerns that it may lead to human-to ...

How Big Brains and Flexible Skulls Led to the Evolution of Modern Birds Mar. 17, 2025 — New research shows how physical changes in the skull affected the mechanics of the way birds move and use ...

Parasitic infection describes the infection of a host with a particular parasite. Parasites are microorganisms that rely on other host organisms for their own survival. Many parasites do not cause ...

Serious complications can arise with some parasite infections, or the symptoms can occur due to other health conditions. It's important to have a healthcare provider diagnose your symptoms and discuss ...

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