The Secret Language of Naked Mole Rat Queens: Smell, Social Order, and a Glimpse into Eusocial Evolution The discovery that naked mole rat queens suppress fertility in rivals through a chemical signal is a fascinating example of eusocial evolution at work.
For decades, scientists have been captivated by these burrowing rodents' unique adaptations to their underground environment.
Their resistance to pain, cancer, and aging has made them an intriguing subject for medical research. Naked mole rats are surprisingly resilient creatures that live in vast tunnel networks without access to sunlight.