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There are two main types of mimicry, which is the adaption by one life form of some of the superficial characteristics of another. The first is called Batesian mimicry, and in this case the mimic is sort of "free riding" on the reputation of the creature mimiced. The other is Mullerian mimicry and here both creatures contribute to the reputation.
Consider two butterflies, the Monarch and the Viceroy. The viceroy's coloration mimics the monarch's. The monarch eats milkweed and the latex in its body is toxic to birds, so they learn not to eat monarchs, and sometimes they pass up viceroys as well.
Now, the viceroy doesn't eat milkweed, so presumably it is a Batesian mimic, just coasting on the monarch's reputation as a toxic butterfly -- BUT -- some naturalists think they the viceroy, though it doesn't eat milkweed specifically, also has a toxic diet and is therefore a Mullerian mimic.
One clear case of Batesian mimicry is the scarlet snake, which is nonvenomous but looks similar to the coral snake, which is.
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What is mimicry adaptation?
A Mimicry Adaptation
Difference between aggressive and protective mimicry?
difference between aggressive mimicry and protective mimicry
How do you use a sentence with mimicry?
Mimicry is the action of mimicking someone or something. One of her few strengths was her skill at mimicry.
What is a sentence for mimicry?
I had to laugh out loud when a co-worker told me that imitation is the highest form of mimicry. Less than normal-sized cuttlefish get their chance to mate without being eaten by their larger competition through the use of some very clever mimicry. The mimicry of the mockingbird is well known.
What are not examples of mimicry?
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Is caterpillar mimicry?
No a caterpillar is a mimicry
What is mimicry adaptation?
A Mimicry Adaptation
Difference between aggressive and protective mimicry?
difference between aggressive mimicry and protective mimicry
How do you use a sentence with mimicry?
Mimicry is the action of mimicking someone or something. One of her few strengths was her skill at mimicry.
How do you write a sentence of mimicry?
A parrot is a bird that is known for its mimicry.
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dolphins use mimicry not camoflauge
How can you put mimicry in a sentence?
Many species practice mimicry.
Does a platypus exhibit mimicry?
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What is a another word for mimic?
The abstract noun for mimic is mimicry.
How do killer whales mimicry?
Type your answer here... yes killer whales do have mimicry
Do a flower that look like a female bee us camouflage or mimicry?
mimicry
When was Mimicry Srinivos born?
Mimicry Srinivos was born on 1961-12-25.
