Tag: biomimicry

Jan 20, 2021

This Caterpillar in the Amazon Makes Itself Look Like a Tarantula to Avoid Predators

This Caterpillar in the Amazon Makes Itself Look Like a Tarantula to Avoid Predators

Monkey Slug Caterpillar (Phobetron Hipparchia, Limacodidae) from the Amazon Rainforest of Puyo, Ecuador

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Nov 17, 2020

Incredible Shape-Shifting Cuttlefish Morph Into Hermit Crabs Right Before Your Eyes

Incredible Shape-Shifting Cuttlefish Morph Into Hermit Crabs Right Before Your Eyes

Cephalopods are some of the most remarkable creatures on Earth

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Sep 10, 2019

So Tigers Have Eyespots on their Back as Intimidation When They Drink

So Tigers Have Eyespots on their Back as Intimidation When They Drink

To whomever is considering ambushing a tiger, maybe don’t?

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Oct 28, 2018

Crafty Caterpillar Mimics Snake When Threatened

Crafty Caterpillar Mimics Snake When Threatened

It’s not a lie if you believe it

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May 31, 2018

How Termites Inspired a Building that Can Cool Itself

How Termites Inspired a Building that Can Cool Itself

Using biomimicry, Mick Pearce harnessed the ingenuity of termites to design a natural cooling system for the largest commercial building in Zimbabwe

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