Publications by authors named "Shannon-Louise Harrison"

Article Synopsis
  • Jumping is a vital locomotion method for insects, especially in the Orthoptera group, serving purposes like travel and predator evasion.
  • This study focuses on a predatory bush cricket that uses visual cues to adjust its jumping behavior for navigating complex environments.
  • The research reveals that the cricket can control its take-off speed and rotation rate based on the target distance, demonstrating distinct adjustments in jumping kinematics and body posture for different jump heights.
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