Nersas
Nersas are a fictional species featured in the science fiction novel "Children of Time" by Adrian Tchaikovsky. Within the narrative, Nersas are depicted as an intelligent, insectoid species that evolves on the terraformed planet of Kern's World. They are characterized by their multifaceted eyes, chitinous exoskeletons, and a complex social structure.
The Nersas are a eusocial species, similar to ants or bees, with a queen at the center
Over generations, the Nersas develop advanced technology and a sophisticated understanding of their environment. They are