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Mar 8, 2024

Virus hijacking insect sperm causes brutal sterility, find scientists

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A brutal twist in the insect world: Researchers discovered a virus that causes sterility in male insects by commandeering their sperm. A striking testament to the intricate and often harsh mechanisms of nature.


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