Record #:

26069

Author(s):

Smith, Jason

Abstract:

Batesian mimicry occurs when a harmless species closely resembles a harmful species. David Pfenning, professor of biology, studies the scarlet kingsnake and the venomous eastern coral snake. According to Pfenning, mimicry is a survival strategy that evolves based on a species’ predators and prey.

Source:

Endeavors (NoCar LD 3941.3 A3), Vol. 18 Issue 1, Fall 2001, p30-32, il, por

Subject(s):

Biologists; Snakes--Research; University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill