During hibernation, Colorado potato beetles slow their metabolism by as much as 90 per cent. It turns out they do this by breaking down the parts of muscle cells that burn fuel, then restoring them later
Some beetles can shed most of their muscle during the winter and rebuild it by spring without moving, ready for flight, researchers have found.
The Colorado potato beetle can survive up to four months buried beneath the snow in Canada with temperatures dropping to -20°C. During hibernation, it slows its metabolism by as much as 90 per cent to save energy, but how it does this was poorly understood.Continue reading
Ireland Latest News, Ireland Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Bop Shop: Songs From Japanese Breakfast, Ethel Cain, Jessie Ware, And More.aj_mclean's new single 'Smoke' finds him firmly in his R&B comfort zone with a groovy bass line and sultry vocals that are giving major Prince vibes BopShop
Read more »
From Bond-Inspired Treasure Hunts to WWII Battles: Yachts Are the New Stage for Insanely Real ReenactmentsMarine-based travel companies Berkeley Rand and Pelorus break down the their high-thrill offerings.
Read more »
The Curly Girl Method Creator’s Most Honest Haircare TipsLorraine Massey breaks down the do's and don'ts for your corkscrews, ringlets, and waves.
Read more »
Energy efficiency can help keep Texas lights onWith heat waves in May, June and July, Texans have repeatedly broken electricity demand records across the power grid, and every day seems to bring higher...
Read more »
Hibernating Bears Have a Secret Superpower Hiding in Their BloodThere's something curious in the blood of black bears that allows them to hibernate for seven months a year while still remaining fit and healthy.
Read more »
Sheriff Villanueva Continues To Defy Subpoena And Refuses To Testify At Hearing On Alleged Deputy GangsSo, no Sheriff Villanueva at Monday's Civilian Oversight Commission after all. He cited worries about “gotcha” questions and not getting his demands met re: previewing all exhibits and getting to question other witnesses. StoltzeFrankly has more
Read more »