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Zoopharmacognosy: Self-Medication in Animals Zoopharmacognosy refers to the behavior of animals using natural substances from their surroundings to prevent or treat disease, infection, parasites, or poisoning. The term comes from three roots: “zoo” meaning animal, “pharmaco” meaning medicine, and “gnosy” meaning knowledge. Thus, it broadly means the ability of animals to select medicinal substances from …
Read MoreBio-Bitumen: Sustainable Road Solution from Farm Waste Bio-bitumen is a bio-based alternative to conventional petroleum bitumen used in road construction. It has been developed in India to convert farm residue such as crop stubble into useful material for making sustainable roads that align with environmental clearance norms and contribute to a pollution free environment. This …
Read MoreHectocotylus Arm Helps Octopus Identify Mate Chemically Why in the News ? New research reveals that the hectocotylus arm in male octopuses acts as a sensory organ, detecting female hormones like progesterone. This discovery revises earlier understanding and highlights evolutionary adaptations in marine species for efficient reproduction and mate recognition. Key Findings on Hectocotylus Function: …
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