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What defense mechanism do bombardier beetles use after being eaten by a frog?

• They release a foul smell that makes the frog sick.

• They make the frog throw them back up.

• They sting the frog from inside its stomach.

• They quickly digest themselves to escape.

How do bombardier beetles protect themselves when they feel threatened?

• They play dead to confuse predators.

• They spray a boiling mix of chemicals.

• They quickly burrow underground.

• They change their color to blend in with their surroundings.

What is a key characteristic of the chemical spray released by bombardier beetles?

• It is extremely cold.

• It is a sticky, glue-like substance.

• It is a boiling hot mixture.

• It causes temporary blindness.

In one study, what percentage of bombardier beetles survived being eaten and then regurgitated by frogs?

• 10%

• 25%

• 43%

• 75%