3rd April, 2024
CHIRANJIT MITRA
Get ready to be amazed! These insects pull off disappearing acts that would make a magician jealous.
Resembles a stick so perfectly it's easy to overlook - ultimate stick insect!
From leaf veins to tiny imperfections, they mimic green leaves with uncanny accuracy.
Blends seamlessly into orchids' petals, ambushing unsuspecting pollinators who mistake it for a flower.
Closed wings mimic a dead, decaying leaf, confusing predators searching for a live meal.
Resembles the leaves of its host plant, the mango tree, even mimicking the shape of eaten edges.
Covered in thorn-like projections, blending perfectly into thorny plants where they hide.
The insect world proves that survival can hinge on the art of invisibility! These masters of disguise inspire awe.