Gina on Nostr: Silvery Blue (Glaucopsyche lygdamus) caterpillars have a secret weapon—ants! They ...
Silvery Blue (Glaucopsyche lygdamus) caterpillars have a secret weapon—ants! They produce a sweet substance that attracts and appeases ants, which, in return, protect them from predators and parasites. This mutualistic relationship helps more caterpillars survive to become butterflies.
#butterflies #wildlife #nature #california
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