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A screenshot from Ant Lab's slow-motion footage of insects in flight, one of 23 species documented in extraordinary high-speed detail — revealing the alien wing mechanics, body posture, and aerodynamic adaptations that make each insect's approach to flight distinct and often astonishingly beautiful
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Dozens of Bugs in Slow Motion Flight

The world of insects is vast. Adrian Smith of Ant Lab shows us the flights of 23 different species in slow-motion, which is a fascinating watch.

A screenshot from Ant Lab's slow-motion footage of insects in flight, one of 23 species documented in extraordinary high-speed detail — revealing the alien wing mechanics, body posture, and aerodynamic adaptations that make each insect's approach to flight distinct and often astonishingly beautiful

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Ben VanderVeen is the founder and editor of Moss & Fog, one of the web’s longest-running visual culture destinations. Since 2009, he’s been finding and framing the most beautiful, surprising, and thought-provoking work in art, architecture, design, and nature — reaching over 325,000 readers each month. He lives in Portland, Oregon.

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