What is another word for aggressive mimicry?
Pronunciation: [ɐɡɹˈɛsɪv mˈɪmɪkɹi] (IPA) 
Aggressive mimicry is a behavioral adaptation where a predator mimics the appearance or behavior of a harmless species to deceive and capture prey. There are several other terms used to describe this type of mimicry, including Batesian mimicry, where a non-poisonous species mimics a poisonous one, and Mullerian mimicry, where two or more poisonous species resemble each other. Another synonym for aggressive mimicry is predatory mimicry, which emphasizes the predatory aspect of the behavior. Cryptic mimicry refers to camouflage where the predator mimics its surroundings, while specialized mimicry refers to the mimicry of specific prey species. These synonyms emphasize different aspects of this fascinating evolutionary phenomenon.
