females

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Rates in females have increased by 18%, while rates in males have remained stable.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

Males and females hunted together, groomed each other and went on patrols through the forest.

From Salon • Apr. 23, 2026

The researchers also observed clear differences between males and females.

From Science Daily • Mar. 31, 2026

The flies develop quickly in flowing waters, where females will lay 200 to 500 fertilized eggs at a time.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026

Sponge crabs—those are the females, with their eggs.

From "Red Kayak" by Priscilla Cummings