Bugs – Nature's Little Superheroes

Bugs – Nature's Little Superheroes
Title: Bugs – Nature's Little Superheroes
Original Title: Insekten – Superhelden auf sechs Beinen
Director: Björn Platz
Produced by: a & o buero filmproduktion
Running Time: 52 Minutes
Country: Germany
Year: 2016
Age Guideline:
University and General Public
Category: Ecology & Environment
Screened In: Thailand, Vietnam, The Philippines, Malaysia, Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, Namibia, Mali, Rwanda, South Africa, India
They are small and are not exactly loved by everyone: insects. Yet, insects are much more than just annoying creepy crawlers: they are true mini-geniuses. The documentary shows how the animal superheroes on six legs help solve some of the greatest problems of mankind. For example, by assisting in the development of new biomaterials, scientists can use animal behavior to solve traffic problems. Insects also play an important role in the investigation of more effective antibiotics.