Zephyr Posted September 26, 2007 Share Posted September 26, 2007 I need the scientific explanation of how and why some cockroaches can climb and others can't for my science fair project. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EffeCi Posted September 26, 2007 Share Posted September 26, 2007 Climbing species have on tarsus a hairy structure called "pulvillo" (I don't know the english word.... sorry) that permits to cling to every kind of surface... exactly like little hooks under gecko's feet do... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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