Science
Fierce female moles have male-like hormones and genitals. We now know how this happens. – Phys.org
Moles live a tough life underground. As a result, they’ve evolved helpful adaptations, such as excavator-like claws. Female moles in particular have evolved an…
Moles live a tough life underground. As a result, they’ve evolved helpful adaptations, such as excavator-like claws. Female moles in particular have evolved an unusual strategy: high levels of the male hormone testosterone.
This is an evolutionary advantage. It produces stronger muscles for digging and foraging and aggression, to help mothers defend themselves and their young.
Most of the year, female moles look and behave like males. They have masculinised genitals, with no external vagina and…
-
Noosa News21 hours agoTeenaged driver killed in head-on collision at Brassall in Queensland
-
Noosa News18 hours agoAustralian snow tourists bringing own meals, tents and BBQs to cut cost of ski trips
-
Noosa News20 hours agoDismayed buyers surrendering ‘teacup’ pigs weighing up to 300kg
-
Noosa News19 hours agoYoung man stabbed in the neck at Bingal Bay home in Queensland