INTEGRATED TAXONOMY OF BLACK FLIES (DIPTERA: SIMULIIDAE) REVEALS UNEXPECTED DIVERSITY IN THE MOST ARID ECOSYSTEM OF EUROPE.

Integrated taxonomy of black flies (Diptera: Simuliidae) reveals unexpected diversity in the most arid ecosystem of Europe.

The family Simuliidae includes more than 2000 species of black flies worldwide.Their morphological uniformity creates difficulty for species identification, which limits our knowledge of their ecology and vectorial role.We investigated the systematics of black flies in a semi-arid area of the Iberian Peninsula, an ecologically harsh environment for

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The Articulation Power of the Pulpit in a Christian Setting in Africa: Enhancing Effective Communication and Spiritual Impact

This research article explores the unique influence and potential for the transformative impact of the pulpit in a Christian setting within the African context.It investigates the significance of effective articulation in delivering sermons, fostering congregation engagement, and promoting spiritual growth among African believers.Through Dilators i

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Alternative Mating Tactics in Male Chameleons (Chamaeleo chamaeleon) Are Evident in Both Long-Term Body Color and Short-Term Courtship Pattern.

Alternative mating tactics in males of various taxa are associated with body color, body size, and social status.Chameleons are known for their ability to change body color following immediate environmental or social lunch bag stimuli.In this study, we examined whether the differential appearance of male common chameleon during the breeding season

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