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Current NEWS from the LIB cosmos
From newly discovered animal species to treasures of historical collections, from environmental changes to nature conservation in the Anthropocene, from the opening of a special exhibition to a panel discussion: you will find all the latest information here. We also offer current press releases for download in the press area.
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“Dress to impress” and “Dress to survive”
Learn moreOur animal kingdom is colourful, and it is apparent that the colours of fur, skin, or feathers often differ significantly in certain body regions. However, what functions explain the evolution of these colour patterns?
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The Great Diversity of Fish Mouths: Catfish Attach Differently Than Expected
Learn moreA team of researchers closely examined these unique suckermouths and summarized their findings in a recent publication.
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All good things come from above! DNA-based food analysis in the Leisler’s bat
Learn moreThrough the analysis of DNA traces in the droppings of a Leisler’s bat colony, researchers at LIB have now identified an astonishingly high number — over 350 — different insect species that were consumed by the bats.
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Face of the LIB: Dagmara Żyła
Learn moreIn out interview, she tells us how hard it is to become a fulltime scientist and what young biologist should expect.
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Women in Herpetology – 50 stories from around the world
Learn moreUmilaela Arifin works as a herpetologist at the Museum of Natural History in Hamburg and has experienced a great deal in her research career. Now, she has teamed up with 49 other women in her field to publish “Women in Herpetology”.
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Across borders for nature conservation in the Caucasus
Learn moreOn November 20 and 21, scientists from the LIB and their partners from Georgia and Armenia will present the CaBOL-project’s results in Tbilisi, as negotiations about Georgia’s EU candidacy progress.
