Arthropod acoustic communication is a primary focus at the Patek Lab. Here you can find our acoustically oriented research projects along with sounds and video of spiny lobsters (Palinuridae) and mantis shrimp (Stomatopoda).
Artwork Inspired by Patek Lab Research
The Patek Lab is delighted and inspired in turn by the artwork that our research inspires. We love getting artwork from fans of animals and science. If you want to see your work featured here send us a hard or digital copy along with your name and what inspired the piece, and permission to post it on our website. You can email Elizabeth Murphy, the lab manager, at emurphy@bio.umass.edu
