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What lures bugs into the tropical pitcher plant?

Anonymous

∙ 14y ago

Updated: 10/9/2023

Insects and other prey of the tropical pitcher plant are lured by its bright and attractive colors and markings, the sugary nectar inside the "pitcher", and the sweet scent it gives off.

After the insect enters the pitcher, it becomes trapped in the sticky nectar inside.

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bugs

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