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So that they can resemble another animal so closely that they can fool either their prey or their predators.
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What animals use mimicry?
There is a fly that looks like a bee so that it fools predators to stay away.
Why do lyrebirds mimic?
Lyrebirds are not only able to mimic the songs of hundreds of other birds, they can mimic a great variety of sounds, including chainsaws, camera shutters, stockwhips and so on. This behaviour is part of the lyrebird's courtship. The male produces the most elaborate song he can in an effort to attract a female.
Can lyrebirds sound exactly like humans?
Lyrebirds are not only able to mimic the songs of hundreds of other birds, they can mimic a great variety of sounds, including chainsaws, camera shutters, stockwhips and, of course, electronic sounds such as electronic film winders on cameras, and so on. This behaviour is part of the lyrebird's courtship. The male produces the most elaborate song he can in an effort to attract a female.
What is the root of the word 'mimicry'?
to mimic
What bird mimcs on other birds?
A mockingbird!! They can mimic other bird's bird calls! In fact, they can mimic almost any sound!!
What are easy animals to mimic?
Because they are simple animals. They are not advanced as us humans are today.
Can a mockingbird mimic humans?
no
Can you ever fully mimic the natural habitat of animals in captivity?
No, Of course you can't. Nobody can mimic the freedom the animals have in the wild.
What animals mimic each other?
Many types of animals mimic each other in order to gain an advantage. Squid are one of these animals that perform mimicry.
Is there a name for when people copy each other?
Whilst e word "copier" would be adequate, a better noun would be "mimic". Also, when people copy each other, they may be referred to as "imitators".
What does mimcry mean?
mimicry is when something looks or sounds like something else some birds can mimic human sounds (like parrots) some animals can mimic other animals' sounds
How do zoos care for animals and mimic their environment?
by eating a few apples
Why is the hiatus hernia called the great mimic?
Hiatus hernia is often called the great mimic because its symptoms can resemble a lot of different disorders. This means that it often isn't recognized.
Do scarlet macaws mimic animals?
Yes, Scarlet Macaws are members of the parrot family and have mimicking traits. They will mimic most animal sounds in the wild. If you have a Scarlet Macaw as a pet, you would have to train them to mimic other human noises.
What the opposite of mimicing?
nonimitativeyou can also use the word:: ))MIMIC MIMIC MIMIC MIMIC MIMIC MIMIC
What mammal build things and speak?
All animals have their own language and means of communication. Just because we don't understand it doesn't mean they aren't talking. However if you are referring to our human languages then I would say a human. Humans are in fact a species of animals, and to be more exact, mammals. There are also some animals that can mimic our languages, though they are not actually speaking it, for they cannot hold a valid conversation. Some of these animals include different birds, like parrots.
Which bird other than a parrot can imitate the human voice?
Parrots - particularly species within the cockatoo family - are known for their ability to mimic human speech and the sounds of other animals. However, one of the best imitators of other animal noises is the Superb lyrebird of eastern Australia. This bird is remarkable for being able to also mimic non-animal sounds, from camera shutters to machinery.
