BioengineeringIntegrative and Comparative BiologyPeer-reviewed
Wax "tails" enable planthopper nymphs to self-right midair and land on their feet
Christina L. McDonald, Gerwin T. Alcalde, Thomas C. Jones…·M. Saad Bhamla
This study shows wax tails on planthopper nymphs reduce body rotation and improve landing success by creating aerodynamic drag during jumps.
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