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@grrlscientist great article about recent #research on the #eggmimicry in #cuckoos with fascination information about the number of distinct #eggvariations a cuckoo female can produce to be able to mimic as #broodparasite a greater diversity of #hostspecies. Fascinating are especially the findings about the genetic basics for all that in the European cuckoo.

Heron&Fox Photo Aug 3, 2023

#Passionflower #vines are hosts to many species of #insect. #Bees harvest nectar and pollen, with the Zebra Longwing #Butterfly lays its eggs on the plant so its #caterpillars can feed on the plant’s leaves.
In this #photograph, it’s possible to see a bee on the flower and a caterpillar in the background.
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