Tsukuba, Japan—Some beetles, such as Anomala albopilosa, strongly reflect left circularly polarized light (electromagnetic waves that oscillate leftward relative to the direction of light reception).

Figure 1: Results of the bio-inspired topology. (a) Photograph of a seahorse specimen, (b) deformation schematic of the square exoskeleton of seahorses, (c) topological structure and (d) ...

The study of elastic energy storage and power output in insects has yielded remarkable insights into how these small organisms achieve rapid, high-performance movements. In many insects, specialised ...

(Beyond Pesticides, June 14, 2023) The exoskeleton of the black soldier fly (BSF; Hermetica illucens) has the potential to be an effective organic fertilizer. A study in the journal Agriculture, ...