1. Researchers in Japan have manipulated a gene to change the courtship behavior of a certain type of fly.
2. The manipulation triggered the identified neuronal cells, causing male flies to perform mouth-to-mouth feeding instead of their usual wing vibrations during courtship.
3. The findings suggest that insect behavior can be altered by changing neuronal activities. This research could potentially lead to technologies for controlling harmful insects like flies and mosquitos.
2. The manipulation triggered the identified neuronal cells, causing male flies to perform mouth-to-mouth feeding instead of their usual wing vibrations during courtship.
3. The findings suggest that insect behavior can be altered by changing neuronal activities. This research could potentially lead to technologies for controlling harmful insects like flies and mosquitos.
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Researchers in Japan have modified a gene to alter the courtship behavior of certain flies, causing males to perform mouth-to-mouth feeding instead of wing vibrations. This change was achieved by activating identified neuronal cells. The findings imply that insect behavior can be manipulated