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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Eueides isabella dianasa (Hübner) Isabella's longwing
Lepidoptera, Nymphalidae
Brasil, Distrito Federal, Brasília.
2/3/2013
TS036'01-130203150'JJK
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Example of Batesian mimicry: a non-toxic Eueides isabella dianasa mimics a group of toxic species, as Tithorea harmonia from this collection, that evolved bright colours and contrasting "tiger" patterns on wings to warn predators.