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The Weirdest Thing I Learned This Week

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Fear and Behavior in Fruit Flies

This chapter examines the adaptive behaviors of fruit flies in response to predator threats and the ways these fears are communicated among them. It highlights research on how exposure to dangers, either directly or through observation, can lead to lasting behavioral changes and influence genetic fitness. The discussion also links these findings to broader themes in culture and memory, offering intriguing insights into the complexities of insect behavior.

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