Research
On November 15, 2002, BRI announced that the fruit fly developed homosexual preferences when temperatures were increased.
Geo magazine reported, "The male flies displayed clear heterosexual activities when temperatures were at 19 degrees (Celsius), but above 30 degrees their behavior changed within minutes."
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