Death-feigning behaviour, commonly known as thanatosis or tonic immobility, is a widespread antipredator strategy among insects. By adopting a state of immobility that mimics death, insects can reduce ...

Scientists say they have discovered the first case of mammals mimicking insects to defend themselves from being eaten. By Sam Jones To scare off potential predators, some animals display the traits of ...

A Kobe University study shows that small aquatic beetles survive catfish attacks by resisting ingestion inside the catfish's mouth and being spat out alive. This research contributes to a deeper ...