Orchid Mantis and Mimicry Quiz

What is the primary strategy used by the orchid mantis to attract its prey?

• Blending in with the environment

• Using a bright and attractive appearance

• Emitting a chemical signal

• Producing a sound to lure prey

How does the orchid mantis's appearance compare to real flowers in the eyes of pollinators?

• It looks like a completely different plant

• It looks smaller and less attractive

• It appears larger and more vibrant

• It is identical to real flowers

Why might the orchid mantis's disguise be more effective than that of real flowers?

• It emits a stronger scent

• It changes color to match the environment

• It attracts a wider range of pollinators

• It mimics a specific type of flower perfectly

What is cryptic mimicry, as mentioned in the context of the orchid mantis?

• A strategy to blend in with the environment

• A method to stand out and attract prey

• A way to mimic the sounds of other animals

• A technique to emit chemical signals

What challenge do scientists face when studying the mimicry strategies of predators like the orchid mantis?

• The strategies are identical across all species

• There is a lack of interest in these strategies

• The strategies are too complex to understand fully

• The strategies are too simple to analyze