aggressive mimicry

the presence in a predatory species of physical or behavioral traits (or both) that closely resemble those of a nonpredatory species, with the result that potential prey more readily approach the predator. For example, the females of a species of firefly can imitate the sexual flash patterns of a different species, luring males of that species close enough to be eaten.

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January 22nd 2025

moon illusion

see size–distance paradox.