The Fascinating Mechanics of Mantises, Weevils, and Other Insects Taking Flight in Slow Motion
by Lori Dorn from Laughing Squid on (#5Q7SM)
Adrian Smith of Ant Lab (previously) and scientist at the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, captured the fascinating mechanics of various mantises, net-wings, flies, weevils, and other beetles taking flight using footage shot at 6,000 fps. Each insect perched on a white surface and took off against a turquoise background extending their wings before lifting their little bodies into the air.
15 insect species filmed at 6,000 fps taking flight!
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