Researchers at IEEE have developed a radar system capable of distinguishing between different insect species, potentially offering new tools for monitoring pollinator populations. The system uses micro-Doppler signatures, which are unique patterns in radar reflections that vary with the movement of the insect's body parts. According to IEEE, the technology can identify insect species with an accuracy of 95%, based on data collected from a study involving over 100 insect species. The method was tested in a controlled environment, where the radar system was able to correctly classify insects based on their movement patterns. The study, led by Adam Narbudowicz, involved collecting insects and analyzing their radar reflections to determine species identification. The findings suggest that this radar technology could be used in ecological studies to track changes in pollinator populations over time. *Source: [ieee](https://spectrum.ieee.org/mmwave-radar-insects-pollinators)*