Ironclad Beetle's Medial Suture (IMAGE)

University of California - Irvine

Ironclad Beetle's Medial Suture

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A cross section of the medial suture, where two halves of the diabolical ironclad beetle's elytra meet, shows the puzzle piece configuration that's among the keys to the insect's incredible durability.

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Jesus Rivera / UCI

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