Metamorphosis: Jumping fleas and mighty mouthparts
Sep 04, 2023•27 min
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Episode description
Dr Erica McAlister uncovers a treasure trove of remarkable insects from the humble flea whose jump enables them to fly without wings and the mystery of the hawkmoth’s tongue, whose varying length has offered the simplest and most effective proof of Charles Darwin's theory of natural selection in action.
Producer: Dr Adrian Washbourne Presenter: Dr Erica McAlister
(Photo: Dr Erica McAlister. Credit: Dr Erica McAlister)
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