Question

Difference between batesian and mullerian mimicry

Answer 1

Batesian mimicry involves a harmless species mimicking a harmful one without any real defenses, while Müllerian mimicry involves multiple harmful species sharing warning coloration to mutually reinforce predator avoidance.

Step-by-step explanation:

The difference between Batesian and Müllerian mimicry lies in the authenticity of the signal they send to potential predators. In Batesian mimicry, a harmless species mimics the warning coloration of a harmful one. This strategy protects the harmless species as predators mistake them for the toxic species they resemble. However, these mimics do not possess any real defense mechanisms aside from their mimicry. An example of this is the bee-like robber fly which resembles the bumblebee, without possessing the ability to sting.

In contrast, Müllerian mimicry involves multiple species that not only share similar warning coloration but are also genuinely harmful to predators. In this form of mimicry, all participating species benefit as they mutually reinforce the avoidance behavior among predators. A classic example is the convergence of foul-tasting butterfly species, where each butterfly species is unpalatable on its own.

If the Batesian mimic did not have its mimicry attributes, it would likely face increased levels of predation due to the absence of the deceptive protection mimicry provides.

Answer 2

1. In batesian mimicry one harmless species that palatable to predator mimic the appearance of a harmful species so that predator can not attack on them.In mullerian mimicry two equallly noxious species evole to look similar.
2. In mullerian mimicry it is easier to educate the predator faster by looking alike, than wasting time and increasing preying incidents.