Nell Greenfieldboyce
NPR science correspondent who reported on the surprising diversity of beetles.
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Sep 10, 2020 • 11min
This Is Not A Typo: One In Four Animals Known To Science Is A Beetle
Nell Greenfieldboyce, an NPR science correspondent, dives into the astonishing fact that one in four known animal species is a beetle. She explores their incredible diversity, showcasing unique traits from ladybugs to jewel beetles. The discussion highlights thrilling discoveries, including a college student finding 18 new water beetle species. Greenfieldboyce also compares beetles with their rivals, the enigmatic wasps, prompting listeners to rethink the significance of these intriguing insects in our ecosystem.
