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11-12-2018, 04:56 AM
Moths use acoustic camouflaging fur to evade bats
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Scientists in the UK have discovered that the fur of some moths can absorb up to 85% of incoming ultrasound. According to the researchers, this fur acts as a “stealth coating” providing the moths with a passive, acoustic camouflage that helps hide them from the ultrasonic clicks of insect-hunting bats. The team says that the fur could inspire the development of biomimetic materials for ultrathin sound absorbers and other noise-control devices.
https://physicsworld.com/a/moths-use-acoustic-camouflaging-fur-to-evade-bats/
https://physicsworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Bullseye-moth-635x624.png
Scientists in the UK have discovered that the fur of some moths can absorb up to 85% of incoming ultrasound. According to the researchers, this fur acts as a “stealth coating” providing the moths with a passive, acoustic camouflage that helps hide them from the ultrasonic clicks of insect-hunting bats. The team says that the fur could inspire the development of biomimetic materials for ultrathin sound absorbers and other noise-control devices.
https://physicsworld.com/a/moths-use-acoustic-camouflaging-fur-to-evade-bats/