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Mimicry
01
the similarity of one animal species to another species or to elements of its environment, providing camouflage or protection from predators
Exemplos
The caterpillar uses mimicry to look like a poisonous snake.
Leaf insects exhibit mimicry by resembling actual leaves.
02
the action of copying or imitating the behavior, speech, or appearance of someone or something
Exemplos
The child 's mimicry of her teacher's gestures made the class laugh.
Actors often practice mimicry to perfect accents and mannerisms.
