Figure 5.
Preparation setup and recording site. (A) Preparations for electrophysiological experiments were performed in a controlled environment with the honey bee already attached to the quadcopter. (B) A small rectangular incision into the head capsule revealed the bee brain's alpha lobe after the trachea and glands were pushed aside. The electrode bundle visible in the microscope was attached to a micromanipulator with dental wax. Once the electrode bundle was implanted, it was connected to the head stage on the copter via a custom connector jack. Finally, the electrodes and incision were sealed with silicone. Before the animal was moved to the field, the electrode holder was detached to allow for a free anterior view.
