Learning from squirrels about microbial health
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Squirrels are notorious for being somewhat anti-social creatures. A team of researchers is trying to understand how the animals share crucial microbes that keep them healthy. University of Arizona evolutionary biologist Lauren Petrullo discusses the behavior of squirrels that leads to microbial exchange. Lauren Petrullo spoke with Tim Swindle, professor emeritus of Planetary Science at the University of Arizona.
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