Inspector Fabre

"Inspector Fabre" (ファーブル先生は名探偵), also known as "Dr. Fabre is a Detective," is an anime series set in the world of insects, inspired by "The Diary of Insects" by Jean Henri Fabre, a 19th-century French entomologist. The animation personifies insects and depicts their fascinating lives. The story follows the exciting adventures of Inspector Fabre, a crime-buster in the insect world. He is known for his unique investigation methods and surprising solutions. The series not only showcases the interesting ecology of various insects but also incorporates a Sherlock Holmes-style approach to solving crimes. The anime was co-produced by Enoki Films and Easy Film, and it aired from April 11 to October 11, 2000, on Japan's NHK2 channel, totaling 26 episodes. The series also aired on RTP2 in Portugal with Portuguese dubbing and on Canal Panda with Spanish dubbing and Portuguese subtitles. Historical figures like Charles Darwin, Alexander Dumas, Jules Verne, and Napoleon III also make appearances as insect characters in the series.