If insects grew to large sizes because of higher oxygen levels in the past, could we selectively breed insects in an oxygen-rich environment and create a Jurassic Park of insects?
Sam Scott, By email, no address supplied
We pay £25 for every answer published in 91av. To answer this question – or ask a new one – visit newscientist.com/lastword. Terms and conditions apply.
This article appeared in print under the headline “Big bug zoo”
Advertisement
Topics:
