Mimicry
Mimicry is an evolutionally shaped resemblance to other organisms or developing own features to discourage or mislead a predator. This show presents examples of mimicry from orchids and insects. Explanations for each species are provided in the fields "Learn more".

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Mimicry
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Myathropa florea (L.)
Diptera, Syrphidae
Portugal, Lisboa.
4/11/2020
TE177'01-200411030'JJK
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Example of Batesian mimicry: a harmless fly resembles wasps or bees, harmful to predators.