Impersonating poisonous prey: Evolution of interspecific communication
Tuesday, March 11, 2014 - 10:00
in Biology & Nature
Imitation is the most sincere form of flattery -- especially in the predator/prey/poison cycle. In nature, bright colors are basically neon signs that scream, 'Don't eat me!' But how did prey evolve these characteristics? When did predators translate the meaning?