Island ant communities show signs of 'insect apocalypse'

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Japanese study finds native ant species decline 79% in Fiji

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Fiji ant study provides new evidence of insects’ decline on remote islands

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フィジー諸島のアリ、8割の固有種が減少　外来種や人の侵入が原因か

OISTの最新研究が日本経済新聞で紹介されました。 ...

島固有アリがいなくなる?　外来種により将来消滅の可能性　沖縄の大学院OISTが情報解析

OISTの最新研究が沖縄タイムスで紹介されました。 ...

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Island ant communities show signs of ‘insect apocalypse’

From pollinating flowers to enabling decomposition and supporting nutrient cycles, insects’ abundance and biodiversity are critical for maintaining ...