The Dance of the Dung Beetle
Offered By: TED via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Discover the fascinating intelligence of dung beetles in this 17-minute TED talk by Marcus Byrne. Learn how these tiny insects, with brains the size of a grain of rice, navigate and transport their food source through an intricate dance. Explore the surprising cognitive abilities of dung beetles as they roll animal excrement home, showcasing nature's ingenuity in unexpected places. Gain insights into the complex behaviors of these small creatures and their remarkable adaptation to their environment.
Syllabus
Marcus Byrne: The dance of the dung beetle
Taught by
TED
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