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Bombardier beetles defend themselves by spraying boiling, toxic chemicals up to 212°F at predators. They can survive being eaten and force predators like toads to spit them out. Their explosive spray ...
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Beetle that shoots acid from its rear: How the bombardier beetle’s explosive defence works
The bombardier beetle is famous for having an unusual defence mechanism, which can be referred to as squirting acid from the back end. This defence mechanism is possible because of the quick reaction ...
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Close call with an acid-spraying beetle
Testing my limits as I face off with one of nature's most bizarre defenses ...
The unfortunate frog or toad that accidentally mistakes a bombardier beetle for a tasty snack will find itself sorry. This unique beetle has the remarkable ability to spew a boiling-hot acid at its ...
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