Researchers have shown that larger insects such as woodlice and beetles play as much of a crucial role in leaf litter decomposition across different habitats and seasons as microbes and smaller ...

The three basket types were 'micro' (large enough for microorganisms only), 'meso ... The puzzle of why plant litter decomposition in arid land is faster than expected has perplexed scientists ...

This temporary ecosystem materializes almost immediately after death, drawing in a succession of organisms that thrive on the ...

The three basket types were ‘micro’ (large enough for microorganisms only), ‘meso’ (microorganisms and invertebrates ... with hot and dry conditions by moving into moist and cooler areas when needed.

Researchers have shown that larger insects such as woodlice and beetles play as much of a crucial role in leaf litter decomposition across different ...

Insects stuck in sundew plants’ sticky secretions suffocate and die before being subjected to a medley of digestive enzymes.