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Researchers have found that bacteria living on the gills of coral reef fish carry genes for chemosynthesis, meaning they may be able to produce energy from chemicals rather than light. The discovery, reported by Phys.org, suggests fish gills could host microbial communities with an unusual metabolism, expanding what scientists know about where chemosynthetic microbes live.

Researchers have introduced a new method for understanding how insects communicate sexually, according to a report carried by Phys.org. The work, framed under crop protection, could help in developing ways to disrupt pest mating and reduce insecticide use. Further details on the research team, funding and practical applications were not provided in the available coverage.