What do a moth that never eats, a butterfly back from the dead, and a flesh-dissolving pain weapon have in common? They all showed up in today's episode.

We're diving into six stories from the world of arthropods and beyond — including a creature so beautiful collectors pay hundreds just to own its wings, a conservation win that scientists are still trying to explain, and a piece of technology so small it can hitchhike on a wasp. We'll also take a hard look at an industry that promised to change the way the world eats, and close things out with a troubling trend in one of America's most iconic fisheries.

Whether you're a lifelong insect enthusiast or just curious about the small things that run the world, there's something here for you. Pull up a seat — nature's weirder than you think.