They're not the most popular creatures but you can't fault them on their turnout.
A picnic in the park, a late evening walk, a barbecue with friends -- all activities that can be interrupted by the buzzing of flies. They are always there...when you least want them to be!
Despite the bad rap they get, flies are actually quite fascinating.
They are one of the most diverse insect orders with more than 150,000 species worldwide in more than 150 different insect families. Not only that, but they possess some pretty impressive talents. Like their ability to walk up walls and across ceilings.
But...how do they do it?
RTÉ has teamed up with ESB Science Blast to investigate the science behind some curious questions. We asked primary schools across Ireland to pose awe-inspiring questions about the world around them and enlisted the help of our trusted friends, Zig & Zag, to find some answers.
This week’s question was posed by North Kildare Educate Together.
Check out the answer here:
All science begins by asking questions and then seeking answers. ESB Science Blast, delivered by the RDS, is a programme for primary school classes from 3rd to 6th that invites children to investigate the science behind a simple question that interests and excites them, before presenting their findings at one of three showcase events across the country.
While the showcase events unfortunately can’t take place this year, ESB Science Blast TV will be coming to classrooms across Ireland in April. Science surrounds us everywhere, everyday.
You just need to look around you and ask 'why?' If you want to explore the science behind all of your 'why’s’ – find out how your school can get involved at www.esbscienceblast.com
