Abstract
Mimicry has long provided some of the most persuasive examples of the power
of natural selection. However, some mimics are quite poor. A new study shows
that mechanisms by which animals learn might explain how imperfect mimics
survive.
of natural selection. However, some mimics are quite poor. A new study shows
that mechanisms by which animals learn might explain how imperfect mimics
survive.
| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | R365-R366 |
| Number of pages | 2 |
| Journal | Current Biology |
| Volume | 24 |
| Issue number | 9 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 5 May 2014 |
Keywords
- Batesian mimicry, animal coloration, animal learning