Biology 251: Lecture 18Fall 1996

Insects as Prey

  1. Primary defenses (predator-avoidance)
    1. Crypsis
      1. Generalized
      2. Special resemblance
      3. Color change
    2. Aposematism
    3. Mimicry
      1. Batesian mimicry
      2. Mullerian mimicry
      3. Aggressive mimicry

  2. Secondary defenses (anti-predator)
    1. General evasive behaviors
    2. Color flashing
    3. Startle displays
    4. Death feigning
    5. Spines, poisonous hairs, stingers
    6. Detachable body parts
    7. Attack deflection
    8. Chemical defenses


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The mercy, strength, and peace...His dying on the cross for me released.
Must be the season, must be the season...Of God's love."
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