China has reportedly unveiled a new spy drone that measures just 0.6 centimeters in length, designed for stealth surveillance and intelligence-gathering missions.
This ultra-miniature drone, developed by the National University of Defense Technology (NUDT) in Hunan province, mimics the appearance and flight of a mosquito.
The drone’s biomimetic design features delicate leaf-shaped wings, a slender black body, and hair-thin legs, making it incredibly difficult to detect with the naked eye or conventional radar systems.
It is equipped with cutting-edge sensors, cameras, and microphones for covert reconnaissance, and can reportedly fly silently and almost invisibly.
According to reports, the drone is primarily intended for military intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions, particularly in urban or indoor settings. Its small size allows it to infiltrate high-security or confined environments where larger drones cannot operate effectively.
Some versions are even said to be controllable via a smartphone, emphasizing their operational flexibility.
While the drone’s operational range and endurance may be limited by its tiny power source, its potential to redefine covert operations and gather sensitive information discreetly poses new challenges for security and counterintelligence agencies worldwide.
The unveiling of this technology has sparked global concerns about its potential misuse, including for hacking, spying, and even biowarfare.
