Desert beetle harvests moisture from passing fog overnight
Video shows a desert beetle doing hard work at nightfall and saving moisture from passing fog by morning. The clip is presented by Rolex as part of a National Geographic Society partnership.
The video shows a desert beetle at nightfall and by morning enjoying what it has gathered from passing fog. The clip highlights a small survival strategy in a dry environment.
What the clip shows
According to the caption, the beetle works through the night and benefits by morning from moisture left by fog. The scene is part of Africa Earth’s Wild Home, presented by Rolex.
Why it matters
The caption says Rolex supports select expeditions and explorers through its partnership with the National Geographic Society and the Perpetual Planet Initiative. Some of those expeditions and contributors are featured in the program.
Video: @natgeo on Instagram
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