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Caterpillars fake snakes escaping predators
Looking from afar, this greasy green caterpillar seems to be a very attractive dish for any predator.
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Caterpillars have a snake-like shape
Moth larvae transform the body shape with many snake-like characteristics, which can camouflage the enemy.
Biology
Caterpillars are evolving to cope with climate change
Modern moths eat at higher temperatures in response to climate change.
Biology
The mysterious creature behind the cocoon is beautiful
A team has discovered a cocoon with a strange shape that has never been seen before, opening up hope for the emergence of a new species of creature.
Biology
Monstrous defense mechanism of moths
In order to deal with an ancient enemy, moths have developed an incredible defense mechanism: using genital organs to release ultrasound waves.
Biology
Rare moths have yellow fur
The photographer specializing in natural life Jeff Cremer and biologist Phil Torres has been able to get this rare moth in the Amazon rainforest ...
Biology
Helicopters declare war on caterpillars
Thaumetopoea processionea moth usually lays eggs in European oak forests. Caterpillars eat the leaves of oak to grow. Their hairs contain toxins so they can cause itchin…
Biology
Caterpillars and pika share a scarce food source in the Arctic
Who would have thought that two species are very different, one is a small insect, and the other is a mountain mammal that can develop an agreement on food sharing in th…
Biology
The worm has a skull-shaped face
If awarded the most impressive Halloween costume for the natural world, this frightening moth will surely win the prize.
Biology
Giant butterflies appear much in Soc Trang
Mr. Nguyen Van Can in My Thanh hamlet (Nhon My commune, Ke Sach district, Soc Trang province) said that in recent months, dozens of giant starter butterflies don't know…
Biology
Using bees to kill caterpillars
China will release 600 million bees this month, to kill moth-destroying moths - according to Xinhua on August 8.
Biology
The incredible record of insects
Entomologist Richard Jones has introduced a unique and exotic insect collection with incredible records ...
Biology
Detecting strange moths in the UK
The 3-millimeter, 'tiny' caterpillar, lives at Hembury Woods, Devon, England, officially recognized as an 'unprecedented animal'.
Biology
'Elves' sleep in the garden
A photographer was stunned to see the strange animal on the log in the garden.