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aggressive mimicry

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aggressive mimicry  (-grsv)
A form of mimicry in which a predator (the mimic) closely resembles another organism (the model) that is attractive to a third organism (the dupe) on which the mimic preys. The anglerfish is an example of aggressive mimicry, having a modified dorsal spine that mimics a worm or small shrimp and serves as a lure to attract its prey. Compare Batesian mimicryMullerian mimicry
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In keeping with aggressive mimicry, these organizations often actively work against the interests implied in their names--a practice sometimes called greenscamming.
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