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Beetle morphology influences fog droplet collection, researchers find

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In coastal arid regions where water sources are scarce, windborne fog droplets play a crucial role in sustaining life. Many plants collect droplets from the fog, serving as a vital water source for various organisms, but a few beetle species have evolved their own unique strategy for water collection - utilizing their bodies to intercept the droplets. However, the mechanics behind this process have long puzzled researchers due to the beetles' bulky morphology.

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