Bat gene flow despite forest fragmentation, SA study finds

Bat gene flow despite forest fragmentation, SA study finds

Rather than being restricted to indigenous forest habitat, the dusky pipistrelle is able to use watercourses to facilitate gene flow.The findings highlight the importance of conserving watercourses.Urban and agricultural development did not have a significant effect...
Abnormal development found in Karoo trapdoor spiders

Abnormal development found in Karoo trapdoor spiders

Cape Town – A recent study has drawn attention to the abnormal development of trapdoor spiders in the Karoo, with possible links to the use of chemicals in the region now earmarked for shale gas exploration.    Among other hypotheses, PhD student Shannon...
New flat mite species described for South Africa

New flat mite species described for South Africa

A new flat mite species has been described for South Africa. It is the fifth South African species to be included in the genus grouping Obuloides which now comprises eight species. Mites are small arthropods belonging to the class Arachnida and the subclass Acari...