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\nIs it true that there are wasps in your figs? Figs and fig wasps have a mutualistic relationship, with females crawling into the plant's flowers to pollinate them and lay their eggs. But they get trapped inside in the process, so are the...\nIs it true that there are wasps in your figs? Figs and fig wasps have a mutualistic relationship, with females crawling into the plant's flowers to pollinate them and lay their eggs. But they get trapped inside in the process, so are the crunchy seeds in the fruit you eat actually the bodies of dead wasps? Our wasp expert Dr Gavin Broad digs into the details. The natural world is full of species that work together to get ahead. Discover more amazing examples of mutualism ---------------- The Natural History Museum in London is home to more than 80 million objects, including meteorites, dinosaur bones and a giant squid. Our channel brings the Museum to you, from what goes on behind the scenes to surprising science and stories from our scientists. Subscribe to our channel for the latest films and live broadcasts about the natural world Browse our shop Website Twitter Facebook Instagram\n
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