Blow Fly Larva Infiltrates Termite Mounds with Termite Mask

Posted: 2025-04-17 00:05:43 UTC

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A blow fly larva uses a 'termite mask' to infiltrate termite mounds by mimicking the appearance and scent of termites.

Insect symbiosis

Social parasitism

Mimicry as an adaptation strategy

Infiltration of termite societies

Mimicking appearance and scent