Grassland Toolmakers Two Million Years Ago Oct 21, 2009
12, 2009) There are two species of lice that infest humans: pubic lice, Pthirus pubis, and human head and body lice, Pediculus humanus. A new article suggests one explanation for the separation of the two. (Science Daily)
High Arctic Mammals Wintered In Darkness 53 Million Years Ago Jun 2, 2009
ScienceDaily (June 1, 2009) Ancestors of tapirs and ancient cousins of rhinos living above the Arctic Circle 53 million years ago endured six months of darkness each year in a far milder climate than today that featured lush, swampy forests, according to a new study led by the University of Colorado at Boulder. CU-Boulder Assistant Professor Jaelyn Eberle said the study shows several varieties of prehistoric mammals as heavy as 1,000 pounds each lived on what is today Ellesmere Island near... (Science Daily)
Lice Genomes Uniquely Fragmented: How Did It Evolve? Apr 8, 2009
The lice that plague humans (head lice, body lice, and pubic lice) fall into the category of "sucking lice," feeding on the blood of the host ... 12, 2009) There are two species of lice that infest humans: pubic lice, Pthirus pubis, and human head and body lice, Pediculus humanus. (Science Daily)
Pubic Hair Provides Evolutionary Home For Gorilla Lice Feb 13, 2009
12, 2009) There are two species of lice that infest humans: pubic lice, Pthirus pubis, and human head and body lice, Pediculus humanus. A new article suggests one explanation for the separation of the two species. (Science Daily)
