You named that new wasp species what?

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Biological Sciences – Genetics; Living Things

Additional: Careers, Technology

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Biological Sciences – Form and Function, Diversity and Evolution

Years: 7, 10

Word Count: 413

Discovering new wasp species is notable – but naming them after Doctor Who aliens and snack foods is legendary. This interesting article could be used alongside Biological Sciences for Year 7 and 10.

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