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flag Scientists create "toxic male" insects to reduce pest populations, showing promise but facing challenges.

flag Scientists are developing genetically modified male insects that can kill females upon mating, using venom genes from spiders and sea anemones. flag This "toxic male" technique has shown up to a 64% reduction in fruit fly populations, offering a potential alternative to harmful pesticides. flag However, challenges include the technique's effectiveness in other pests, ecological impacts, and high costs for low-income countries.

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