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A single molecule may entice normally solitary locusts to form massive swarms

The compound emitted by the insects could lead to new pest control measures

dozens of locusts flying around in the desert

Locusts, such as the desert locusts pictured here, are among the most destructive agricultural pests when they team up in massive swarms.

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By Jonathan Lambert

- More than 2 years ago

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Locusts are usually harmless loners.