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When Pandemics Collide

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Vulture Bees - The Evolution of Bees

Vulture bees feed on the dead flesh of forest animals. The insects stomachs are riddled with acid loving bacteria, allowing them to safely digest rotting flesh. Scientists have identified the microbes that live inside vulture bees s to facilitate this grisly diet. Bill austin from the university of saint andrews talks to iReporter Laura figaroa about their discovery.

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