The study from IISc found a previously unidentified yeast-like symbiont inside the lac insect Kerria lacca, which gives the insect its distinctive red colour and, may also provide other nutrients in return for shelter.

Annant Bir Kaur

I am a biology major undergrad at IISER Mohali seeking ways to stimulate my brain’s right hemisphere, i.e., to access more of my creative side. I like communicating science and ideas through sketches, comics and writings.

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