Flag-waving behavior in matador bugs is an anti-predatory strategy
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DOI: 10.1093/cz/zoaf047
Abstract: To dissuade predator attack, animals may advertise their chemical defense with bright coloration and specialized behaviors. However, these antipredator adaptations can be costly, if they unnecessarily draw attention to the prey animal. Thus, animals with… read more here.
Keywords: flag waving; matador bugs; matador; waving behavior ... See more keywords