Mimicry is another common strategy, where insects imitate the appearance of more dangerous or toxic species to ward off predators. Despite their advanced defenses, these insects face significant ...

Parasitoid insects, unlike parasites, kill their hosts by consuming them during their larval stage. Most parasitoids are small wasps and flies, and they infect a wide range of insects and arachnids.

This spider doesn’t run or hide when danger strikes. Instead, it builds a fake version of itself — and predators fall for it.