The first thing to understand about velvet ants is that they are not, in fact, ants. They're wasps, some of which are wingless, and are named in part for their fluffy exteriors.

While the distinctive coloration is thought to be a warning to predators, it also has intriguing implications for designing ...

Compared with other ultrablack animals, female velvet ants are darker than the common birdwing butterfly, the only other ...

With its Black Stories collection, Netflix celebrates Black cinema and culture and makes it a bit easier to navigate the extensive library. If you’re looking to indulge in the Black experience ...

Black tea is rich in antioxidants and may provide health benefits, including improved heart and gut health and a reduced risk for certain conditions. Black tea comes from the Camellia sinensis ...

Like other legumes, such as peanuts, peas, and lentils, black beans are prized for their high protein and fiber content. Black beans also contain several other key nutrients that benefit human health.

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Nicola Toki is the CEO of Forest and Bird and a self-confessed "nature nerd". Each week she talks to Jesse Mulligan about an uncharismatic but lovable member of New Zealand's wildlife community. Get ...

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In this post, we’ll be discussing the Black Wasp. All wasps are more or less terrifying due to their painful stings, but this species of wasp should also be noted for its beauty. Nearly 600 million ...