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Venus flytraps have small sensors or hair that line the inside of the plant. When the fly lands on the plant it snaps shut and the fly can not escape. Try this out: Stick your finger in the flytrap don't worry you will be able to escape though.

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Does it hurt if a Venus Flytrap shuts on a humans finger?

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How does a venus fly trap ability to trap flies help it survive?

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How does a Venus Flytrap sense its pray?

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