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Some plants, such as corpse flowers and certain types of Rafflesia, emit odors resembling rotting meat to attract specific pollinators, primarily carrion flies and beetles. These insects are drawn to the scent because they associate it with decaying organic matter, which serves as a breeding ground for their larvae. By mimicking this smell, the plants enhance their chances of successful pollination and reproduction. Additionally, the foul odor helps deter herbivores that might consume the plant.

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