aggressive mimicry

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Observe how an Anglerfish uses its unique anatomy to imitate a wriggling worm to lure in prey

Orchid mantis (Hymenopus coronatus)

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aggressive mimicry: Media

biology

Videos

Observe how an Anglerfish uses its unique anatomy to imitate a wriggling worm to lure in prey

Observe how an Anglerfish uses its unique anatomy to imitate a wriggling worm to lure in prey

An anglerfish (order Lophiiformes) luring and capturing prey.

Video: Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc.

Images

Orchid mantis (Hymenopus coronatus)

Orchid mantis (Hymenopus coronatus)

An orchid mantis (Hymenopus coronatus) of the Malay peninsula blends in...

E.S. Ross

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