Biology

Captain America without the shield: elytra loss and the evolution of alternative defence strategies in beetles

J. Goczał

Join Jakub Goczał as he delves into the fascinating world of beetles, revealing how some species adapt to life without their protective elytra. Discover the intriguing evolutionary alternatives that have emerged, akin to Captain America foregoing his shield in the name of survival.

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