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Back to EpisodesPokémon Inspires Real Bug Discoveries
Published 3 weeks, 3 days ago
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Thirty years after Pokémons debut, entomologists in Australia are naming new beetle species after legendary Pokémon birds, sparking a fusion of science and pop culture. Doctor Yun Hsiao and Doctor Bryan Lessard, inspired by Pokémon, are using the games to teach about insects and biodiversity, showcasing how nature and fiction can intertwine.
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