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Butterflies use optical illusions to fool predators
Original: Butterflies use optical illusions to dodge predators
Researchers at the University of Essex report that butterflies employ optical illusions to evade predators. The study suggests wing patterns create visual effects that mislead attackers about the insect's true position or shape, buying crucial escape time. The findings add to growing evidence that mimicry and visual deception play a bigger role in insect survival than previously thought.
Why now: A new University of Essex study on butterfly survival strategies has just been published, drawing public and scientific interest.
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- Butterflies use optical illusions to dodge predators · gmays · 37
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