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Mole-Rat Queens Suppress Rival Fertility

Updated 2026-07-21 19:25 UTC 1 source Neutral

Scientists have discovered that mole-rat queens use a chemical signal to suppress the fertility of rival females, enforcing social order within their colonies.

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Ars Technica

Naked mole-rat queens use a chemical signal to suppress fertility in rivals

A single chemical made by mole-rat queens enforces the social order.

2026-07-21 17:51 UTC