Treehoppers’ Strange Bodies Could Sense Static Charges, Sparking Outrage: "These Weird Insect Shapes Are Actually Electric Field Detectors" Scientists Claim

Illustration of a treehopper with its bizarre body shape, highlighting its potential use in detecting static electricity.

Treehoppers’ Strange Bodies Could Sense Static Charges, Sparking Outrage: “These Weird Insect Shapes Are Actually Electric Field Detectors” Scientists Claim