The Hardcore Crickets That Only Live on Bare Lava

Lava crickets, also known as Pele, inhabit freshly cooled lava on Hawaii's Kilauea volcano. Despite the harsh conditions, these wingless crickets have adapted to survive by scavenging for food brought in by winds. They are part of an Aeolian ecosystem and are among the first animals to colonize new lava flows. Scientists are intrigued by their adaptations and the potential insights they offer into colonization of extreme environments. Research continues to uncover how these crickets survive and thrive in such inhospitable habitats.

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