The Inside Out of Flies
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The Inside Out of Flies

The Inside Out of Flies

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Erica McAlister (Author)  

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The Inside Out of Flies is a look under the bonnet at the astonishing mechanics of fly anatomy. Erica McAlister reveals the engineering miracles embodied in different species of fly and some of the fascinating implications they hold for human technology. Discover the physics of the mysterious 'scuba diving fly', marvel at the venomous horsefly larvae which preys on frogs and glimpse the golden ratio in these creatures' spiral flight patterns. McAlister touches on the emerging field of biomimetics - the study of evolutionary adaptations to devise new technology - and anticipates everything from medical needles based on the mosquito's proboscis to hearing aids inspired by Ormia ochracea, a tiny fly with ears on its thorax. At every juncture she uncovers unique and surprising science lessons encapsulated in the form and function of the humble fly. Colour throughout
Entomologist Erica McAlister is a Senior curator of diptera at the Natural History Museum, London. Not just fascinated by studying and naming the little things, Erica has long been intrigued by how they do things from, often inspired by the antics that she has observed in the field, both on far flung Topical islands and in her own 'island' garden in urban London. Erica has studied in Dominica, Australia and Costa Rica and her work with diptera has taken her all around the world. She was also a presenter on the popular BBC Radio 4 series Who's the Pest?
  • Contributor: Erica McAlister
  • Imprint: The Natural History Museum
  • ISBN13: 9780565094898
  • Packaged Dimensions: 130x195mm
  • Format: Hardback
  • Publisher: The Natural History Museum
  • Release Date: 2020-09-03
  • Binding: Hardback
  • Biography: Entomologist Erica McAlister is a Senior curator of diptera at the Natural History Museum, London. Not just fascinated by studying and naming the little things, Erica has long been intrigued by how they do things from, often inspired by the antics that she has observed in the field, both on far flung Topical islands and in her own 'island' garden in urban London. Erica has studied in Dominica, Australia and Costa Rica and her work with diptera has taken her all around the world. She was also a presenter on the popular BBC Radio 4 series Who's the Pest?

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