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The defenses an animal uses to deter a predator vary between animals. Some use their enormous size to ward off attack while others use camouflage. Many animals can change their coloring to make them look poisonous and others emit a foul smell or taste to dissuade a predator from taking a bite.
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∙ 9y ago
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∙ 9y agoExample 1: When ants sting they inject a small amount of formic acid.
Example 2: When threatened the Australian blue-ringed octopus delivers a poisonous bite that can kill most predators.
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∙ 15y agoAnimals protect themselves from predators by
1. Running
2. Move in large groups
3. Camouflage
4. Pretend to be dead
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∙ 12y agoIf it is a Venus fly trap that is getting annoyed by a fly, it would gobble it up.
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∙ 12y agoCane toads secrete a toxin when grabbed, held or attacked in any way.This is chemical prey defence. Some plants release chemicals when attacked by animals.
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∙ 11y agosome plants have thorns, and animals have poison in them
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What are predators for saxifrage?
Saxifrage is a plant. Plants do not have predators.
Are prey and food the same thing?
No! Food applies to any item - plant or animal - eaten by animals. Prey refers to animals killed for food by predators.
What is an animal that feeds on other animals or animal parts called?
carnivore >>New person When you refer to the diet, then yes, they are called carnivore, unless they eat plants as well as meat, which means they're omnivore. An animal that hunts and eats other animals are also called predators.
Is a hornwort a plant or animal?
A hornwort is a plant
Is conch a plant or animal?
A conch is an animal.
What are two examples of chemical plant defenses?
Sap containing Urushiol, which causes itching and a rash. example poison ivy and plants producing either cardiac or steroidal glycosides. example foxglove
What weed catches on socks and pokes legs?
Spiny burr grass and trample burrs are examples of weeds that catch on socks and poke legs. The grass and the non-woodies in question number among the plants that have self-defenses against predation by competitive and rival predators, be their animal or plant. The defenses range from bristles to hairs and spines.
To protect themselves what compound can plants produce?
Some herbivores have evolved ways to hijack plant defenses to their own benefit, by sequestering these chemicals and using them to protect themselves from predators. Plant defenses against herbivores are generally not complete so plants also tend to evolve some tolerance to herbivory.
What does raphid crystal do?
The raphides are crystals of calcium oxalate located in plant cells. They are believed to be a defense mechanism against plant predators because they are likely to tear the throat or esophagus of any animal ingesting them.
What is the definition of carnivores?
A carnivore is an animal or plant that primarily eats the flesh of other animals or insects. Carnivores are usually predators.
What are predators for saxifrage?
Saxifrage is a plant. Plants do not have predators.
What is the connection between plants defenses and plant-derived medicines?
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What is the predators of the lianas plant?
An insect
Is flagella plant or animal?
both(plant and animal)
What is a living that that is a victim of predetors?
Every living thing is a victim of predators during some stage of the Food Chain. You can pick any animal or plant and it will be a victim of predation.
Are prey and food the same thing?
No! Food applies to any item - plant or animal - eaten by animals. Prey refers to animals killed for food by predators.
Does niche involve abiotic factors?
It is related to the climate and terrain (abiotic) and competitors for food, and predators (biotic)
