Akito Y. Kawahara

The repeated evolution of anti-bat bioacoustics in hawkmoths

Predator-prey interactions impose strong selective forces, often resulting in remarkable anti-predatory adaptations. Among insects, moths have been engaged in a long-standing arms race with bats, leading to the evolution of diverse anti-predator strategies. Here, we investigate t...

Genomics and CT imaging reveal diversity in silk genes and gland morphology of webspinners

Abstract Webspinners (Insecta: Embioptera) are an unusual insect order that are known for their subsocial behavior and prolific silk-production. Due to their unique foreleg silk glands, and spider-like ability to produce silk throughout their entire life cycle, webspinners are hy...