Tag: mimicry

• Question of the Week – Giant Swallowtail Caterpillar

  

  Which of these two photos shows a caterpillar? Who knew that looking like poop could save your life? The orangedog (or giant swallowtail) caterpillar is a master at disguise, as witnessed in this photo. The photo on the right shows the caterpillar larvae, while the photo on the left shows bird feces.  Not only does…

  Justin Ballew

  June 18, 2026

  Question of the Week

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