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The wings themselves, however, are completely “translucent.” The clearwing butterflies were named after a dance that combines fluid movements with martial arts.
Sacramento Bee. Elusive forest creature — with ‘translucent’ wings — found in Brazil. See new species. Story by Irene Wright • 3w.
Japanese honey bees have been captured using a new technique called “wing-slapping” to protect their hives from intruding ants. Bees have long used the flapping force of their wings as … ...
With a flick of the wing, Japanese honeybees slap away ants that try to infiltrate their hive. Ants often invade honeybee nests, seeking to steal honey, prey on eggs or kill worker bees.