The mimicry is near-perfect. For example, the Australian hammer orchid has taken advantage of a mating ritual of the Thynnid wasp, which involves a female wasp waiting on top of a branch or plant ...

The mimicry is near-perfect. For example, the Australian hammer orchid has taken advantage of a mating ritual of the Thynnid wasp, which involves a female wasp waiting on top of a branch or plant ...

Orchids, belonging to the Orchidaceae family, are among the most diverse and widespread flowering plants on Earth. With over ...

Orchids are pros at mimicry. The Spider orchid mimics the pheromones of a wasp attracting it to help with pollination. The ...

But new research has revealed that the mantis is not trying to copy orchids specifically. To its insect prey, it looks like a number of flowers. Imperfect mimicry is actually a clever strategy - by ...

Dogs are the epitome of loyalty and unconditional love. While every dog is a faithful companion, certain dog breeds stand out ...