Visible and near-infrared radiation may be transmitted or absorbed differently by beetle elytra according to habitat preference
Background The exoskeleton of an insect could be an important factor in the success of its evolutionary process. This reaches its maximum expression in beetles, which constitute the most diversified animal taxon. The involvement in the management of environmental radiation could be one of the most i...
Main Authors: | Eva Cuesta, Jorge M. Lobo |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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PeerJ Inc.
2019-11-01
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Series: | PeerJ |
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Online Access: | https://peerj.com/articles/8104.pdf |
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