Why is it so hard to catch a fly? | The Robot Zoo | Maddie Moate

Maddie introduces the challenge of catching flies, highlighting their unique vision and anatomy. At the Robot Zoo, a robotic fly helps explain why flies are hard to catch. Flies have compound eyes with thousands of ommatidia, giving them 360-degree vision. They also have sticky pads on their feet, allowing them to adhere to surfaces. The video concludes with a call to subscribe for more content.

What is the main focus of the video regarding flies?

• Their role in the ecosystem

• Their diet and feeding habits

• Their ability to fly long distances

• Their unique vision

What is a compound eye made of?

• A pair of large eyes

• A single large lens

• Thousands of tiny individual eyes

• A reflective surface

How do flies achieve nearly 360-degree vision?

• By turning their heads quickly

• By having thousands of eyes

• By moving their eyes rapidly

• By using mirrors

What helps flies stick to surfaces like ceilings and walls?

• Their fast reflexes

• Their wing structure

• Sticky pads on their feet

• Their lightweight bodies

What substance do the sticky pads on a fly's feet produce?

• A waxy substance

• A water-based adhesive

• A sugar oil mix

• A protein gel