A small greenhouse on the edge of the Ball State Campus near the heart of Muncie holds a massive collections of orchids that rival any collegiate collection in the United States. With an eye ...

Bee orchids have been spotted multiplying in a wildflower meadow in Denbigh. The discovery was made by the council’s biodiversity team during a recent survey of meadow sites to monitor species growth ...

Wild vanilla species face habitat loss up to 53% under climate change scenarios. Some may expand habitats by 140% but still ...

The orchid mantis has the unique ability to mimic the flowers that grow in its environment. They can be pink, white, or a blend of the two, allowing them to fit seamlessly onto the stem of an ...

Natural camouflage is one of nature’s greatest gifts in the animal kingdom. Sure, some animals have deadly toxins or surgically sharp claws, but these are active forms of defense. Camouflage is the ...

Nature is full of deception. In the relentless struggle for survival, many creatures have evolved remarkable strategies to fool predators, capture prey, or gain reproductive advantages. From elaborate ...

This stunning insect mimics orchid flowers, attracting pollinators it preys upon. The orchid mantis displays a form of aggressive mimicry, where its appearance draws in insects seeking nectar. Its ...

“Yes, complete with eyes, a nose and a mouth-like shape,” Dubow says. “While AI-generated images of plants that mimic animals ...

These days, some 13,000 of them fill Chadwick and Son Orchids Inc. ’s main greenhouse, deep in the woods of Powhatan County. ...