Image of the Day: Moth Movement

Neuronal signal timing is crucial for muscle coordination during flight.

Image of the Day: Moth Movement

Neuronal signal timing is crucial for muscle coordination during flight.

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Really Bad Breath

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Tobacco hornworms release puffs of nicotine that deter some predators.

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Thanks to a book, a war, and a big green caterpillar, John Hildebrand found himself mapping the exquisite and surprising wiring of the insect olfactory system.