Mimicry Collection (#3)

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Jackson's Chameleon / Jackson's Three-horned Chameleon (controlled conditions) Date:

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Giant Leaf Insect controlled conditions Date:

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Giant Leaf Insect controlled conditions Date:

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Surfer - Looking like underside of Turtle, vunerable to Shark attack Date:

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BRAZIL - MATIS INDIAN, Ԋaguar peopleլ decorate faces to imitate Jaguar Date:

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Greater Butterfly Orchid - Flower (Platanthera chlorantha) Date:

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Greater Butterfly Orchid - Flower (Platanthera chlorantha) Date:

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Greater Butterfly Orchid - Flower (Platanthera chlorantha) Date:

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Greater Butterfly Orchid - Flower (Platanthera chlorantha) Date:

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Greater Butterfly Orchid - Flower (Platanthera chlorantha) Date:

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Greater Butterfly Orchid - Flower (Platanthera chlorantha) Date:

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Fly Orchid (Ophrys insectifera) Date:

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Fly Orchid (Ophrys insectifera) Date:

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Lichen Spider - camouflaged on bark (Sparassidae) Date:

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Leaf-mimic Katydid Date:

Henry Walter Bates (1825-1892) English naturalist and traveller: friend of Alfred Russell Wallace with whom he explored the Amazon 1848-59. Mimicry: Polymorphism. Wood engraving New York, 1892

Owl Moth (Automeris belti) adult, flashing eyespots and showing opossum face in defense, on ground in cloudforest, Volcan Arenal N.P. Alajuela Province, Costa Rica, August

Southern Regal Moth (Citheronia lobesis) adult, curled up in defensive wasp immitation pose, in cloudforest, Volcan Arenal N.P. Alajuela Province, Costa Rica, August

A butterfly with large eye spot a its wing clings to the end of a twig beside the shriveled remnant of its cocoon. Imago, adult, after emerging from pupa

Leaf insect (Phyllium bioculatum) eggs resembling seeds

Scorpionfish

Pupa of butterfly enclosed in cocoon

Collection of exotic caterpillars on leaves displaying variety of shapes and protective strategies

European Yellow Bellied Toad (Bombina variegata) camouflaged against bark

Parsons chameleons colours intensifying for disguise

Ringed plover hidden under pebbles

Lettuce Slug (Elysia crispata)

Chrysalis hanging from a branch, surrounded by leaves

Orchid mantis (Hymenopus coronatus) perching on orchid flower head, close-up

Hoverfly C018 / 4696
Hoverfly (Helophilus sp.), close-up photograph. This specimen was found in Maryland, USA. Photographed by the USGS Bee Inventory and Monitoring Lab: an organisation dedicated to identifying

Common mormon butterfly
Female common mormon butterfly (Papilio polytes) feeding on flower nectar. The female of this swallowtail species is polymorphic

African grey parrot (Psittacus erithacus erithacus). This subspecies is known as Congo African Grey parrot. This parrot has a particularly high intelligence and is able to mimic the human voice

Bee orchid flower C017 / 7174
Bee orchid (Ophrys apifera) flower and buds. This orchid is named for the distinctively shaped and marked parts that resemble insects such as bees

Leaf mimic bush cricket C014 / 0964
Leaf mimic bush cricket on a leaf. This bush cricket (family Tettigoniidae) has evolved to closely resemble the shape and colouration of the leaves of the plants on which it lives

Living stone plant (Lithops aucampiae). This is a one-year-old seedling

Bush cricket, Borneo C016 / 6277
Bush cricket, Borneo, Malaysia. Also known as a katydid. this species mimics the colour and shape of a leaf

Bush cricket, Borneo C016 / 6278
Bush cricket, Borneo, Malaysia. Also known as a katydid. this species mimics the colour and shape of a leaf

Leaf insect C016 / 2231
Leaf insect. View of the upperside of a Linnaeus leaf insect (Phyllium siccifolium). Specimen obtained from the University of Valencia, Spain

Leaf insect C016 / 2235
Leaf insect. Views of the upperside (left) and underside (right) of a Grays leaf insect (Phyllium bioculatum). This leaf insect is native to west Malaysia

Leaf insect C016 / 2234
Leaf insect. View of the underside of a Grays leaf insect (Phyllium bioculatum). This leaf insect is native to west Malaysia. Specimen obtained from the University of Valencia, Spain

Leaf insect C016 / 2230
Leaf insect. View of the underside of a Linnaeus leaf insect (Phyllium siccifolium). Specimen obtained from the University of Valencia, Spain

Leaf mimic katydids C017 / 6810
Leaf mimic katydids. Female leaf mimic katydid (bush cricket, family Tettigoniidae) with a smaller male prior to mating. The wings of these insects closely resemble dead leaves

Leaf mimic bush cricket C014 / 0967
Leaf mimic bush cricket with its wings open. This bush cricket (family Tettigoniidae) has evolved to closely resemble the shape and colouration of the leaves of the plants on which it lives

Leaf mimic bush cricket C014 / 0962
Leaf mimic bush cricket on a branch. This bush cricket (family Tettigoniidae) has evolved to closely resemble the shape and colouration of the leaves of the plants on which it lives

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"Mimicry: Nature's Master of Disguise" In the depths of Rapid Bay, South Australia, a Leafy Seadragon gracefully glides through the water. Its brilliant camouflage renders it invisible to both predators and prey, as they fail to recognize it as a fish. This mesmerizing creature is just one example of nature's remarkable mimicry. Perched delicately on an orchid in Hymenopus coronatus, an Orchid Mantis showcases its incredible ability to blend seamlessly with its surroundings. Its body mimics the vibrant colors and intricate patterns of the flower petals, fooling unsuspecting insects into becoming its next meal. Venturing further into South Australian waters, we encounter another master of disguise - the Sea Horse or Leafy Seadragon from the Syngnathidae family. Endemic to this region, these enchanting creatures perfectly imitate swaying seaweed with their leaf-like appendages, ensuring their survival amidst coral reefs. Traveling across continents to Chios, Greece, we stumble upon a captivating Bee Orchid. With astonishing precision, this flower mimics a female bee in appearance and scent to attract male bees for pollination purposes, and is truly nature's artistry at work. Butterflies take center stage when it comes to showcasing mimicry among species. Their wings adorned with intricate patterns and vibrant hues serve as disguises that confuse potential predators or even lure them away from vulnerable areas. Hidden amongst reeds stands the Bittern Bird RES 155 in Botaurus stellaris; its cryptic plumage blending flawlessly with its marshy habitat. This elusive bird relies on mimicry for survival by remaining unseen by both prey and predators alike. The Larval case of bagworms constructed meticulously using plant fragments demonstrates yet another form found in nature. These clever caterpillars create protective cases that resemble twigs or leaves while they undergo metamorphosis, ensuring their safety until they emerge as beautiful moths.