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Rescued: The Wild Animal Hidden in the Fig Tree's Black Blob

Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Dodo

A stranded flying fox named Angelica was rescued near Brisbane, Australia, after a passerby noticed her struggling on the ground. She was treated for injuries and is now recovering, highlighting the importance of community involvement in wildlife rescue and the ecological role of bats as pollinators and seed dispersers.

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Fungal Species Causing White-Nose Disease in Bats and Its Impact

Originally Published 7 months ago — by Nature

Researchers identified two cryptic, host-specialized fungal species causing white-nose disease in bats, revealing complex population structures, genomic divergence, and a likely Eurasian origin for North American cases, highlighting the importance of biosecurity and conservation efforts.

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