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What is a orchid's defense?
Orchids do not have any known defenses against being eaten. Aphids, scales, mealybugs, spider mites and some other insects and arachnids may eat orchids.
Does a Gecko have any defenses against its predators?
I don't know if this a defense or merely a way to escape being eaten, but most species of geckos can detach their tail when they get scared or when it is grabbed. It will grow back later.
How do raccoons keep from being eaten?
Their first line of defense is to escape, usually by climbing a tree. Failing that, they do have sharp teeth and claws and will use them for defense.
Why are some types of fungi safe to eat while others aren't?
It's similar to how some plants are safe to eat (like spinach) and some are not (like foxgloves). Some plants/fungi have developed 'being poisonous' as a defense mechanism against predator's. Being poisonous or toxic prevents them from being eaten by curious animals.
How come small turtles run fast?
Small animals like turtles know they have no defense against larger animals, so they run so they can hide and get eaten.
What kind of adaptation are thorns?
Thorns are a defensive adaptation of plants against being eaten by grazing animals.
How do raccoons avoid being eaten?
Raccoons will try to escape a predator, usually by climbing a tree. If that is not possible, they have sharp claws and teeth that they will use for defense.
How do baby jaguars stay ALIVE without being eaten?
There mothers protect them with their powerful bite against enimy
How does a poison dart frog help or harm animals?
In defense, if a poison dart frog is eaten, it will harm whatever ate it.
Which structure helps protect some plants from being eaten by animals?
There are many plants that have special structure to protect themselves from human and other animals. A good example is the poisonous ivy which produces urushiol and roses that have thorns for protection.
What phobia is the fear of being eaten alive?
Phagophobia is the fear of being eaten. It's somewhat nonspecific, as in useage it can apply to fear of swallowing, eating, or being eaten.
What lady bug's eat?
Some birds eat lady bugs but the lady bugs have a defense of tasting bad when they are being eaten. The larva of lacewing will eat the larva of the ladybugs.
