Sensory Extremes in Insects

Laura Anderson

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Sinopsis

Sensory Extremes in Insects reveals the extraordinary sensory world of insects, highlighting how these creatures, despite their small size, possess sensory capabilities far beyond human abilities. The book explores insect olfaction, vision, and mechanosensation, detailing how they navigate, communicate, and find resources. It emphasizes that these senses are not mere oddities, but crucial adaptations that explain the ecological success of insects. 

 
The text delves into the fundamental principles of insect sensory physiology, from neurobiology to sensory transduction. For example, moth ultrasonic hearing, vital for evading predators, and the sophisticated polarized light navigation of ants are examined in detail. The book also investigates the evolutionary origins of these systems and their potential applications, from biomimicry to pest control. 

 
This book is unique in its comprehensive approach, integrating various disciplines to provide a holistic view of insect sensory biology. It starts with foundational principles and progresses through specific sensory modalities, concluding with the broad applications of this knowledge, making it accessible to students, researchers, and anyone intrigued by the natural world.

Disponible desde: 04/03/2025.

Longitud de impresión: 65 páginas.

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