Allomone
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An allomone is a type of semiochemical produced and released by an individual of one species that affects the behaviour of a member of another species to the benefit of the originator but not the rece
Dasyscolia ciliata on the flowers of Ophrys speculum
Chemical mimicry
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Chemical mimicry is a type of biological mimicry involving the use of chemicals to dupe an operator.
Spider orchids mimic the odours of female mining bees
Bolas spiders emit chemicals to attract prey (Noctuid moths)
Cuckoo bees mimic the eggs of other bee species and shift parental care onto hosts