insect vision

Insect vision is primarily based on compound eyes, which consist of many tiny units called ommatidia. Each ommatidium captures light from a small part of the visual field, creating a mosaic image that allows insects to detect movement, navigate, and find food quickly. Their eyes are highly sensitive to movement and can often see ultraviolet light, which helps them locate nectar and flowers. Unlike human eyes, insects generally have limited focus and depth perception but excel at rapid motion detection, essential for survival and avoiding predators.