bird dropping spider
The 'bird dropping spider' uses remarkable mimicry to look like bird feces, helping it evade predators and sometimes attract prey.
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Definition
C1Biology
(technical)A spider that mimics the appearance of bird feces to avoid predators.
Example
- The bird dropping spider's camouflage is so effective that it can go unnoticed by both predators and prey.
C1Arachnology
(technical)Any spider species that uses mimicry to resemble bird droppings, such as Celaenia excavata, Arkys curtulus, and Mastophora.
Example
- Researchers have identified several bird dropping spiders across different regions, each with unique adaptations.
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