Entomologist Martins reveals parasites as essential architects of healthy ecosystems
Entomologist Dino Martins released "Hidden Creatures," a book championing parasites as vital ecosystem architects rather than villains. The Stony Brook University researcher argues parasites indicate healthy biodiversity and shape evolution by infecting hosts across species. Martins, who studies East African insects, contends that understanding these overlooked creatures is essential to comprehending how nature's complex systems function.
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Published 19 Jul 2026, 06:00 UTC · Updated 19 Jul 2026, 06:20 UTC
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