Figs and wasps have a symbiotic relationship dating back millions of years. While the claim that every fig you eat has a dead wasp inside it isn't true, it is the case that fig wasps are the ...

It is true that, without fig wasps, many trees that produce figs would go extinct. But before you throw away your Fig Newtons out of fear you’re eating dead bugs, here’s what you should know ...

Wasps use figs as breeding safe havens, pollinating their fruit shelters in return. Some wasps, however, solipsistically use their figs without fertilizing any seeds. NIH’s plan to reduce indirect ...