Caterpillars drop on strand of silk when disturbed is known as
A. Reflex bleeding
B. Reflex dropping
C. Protective escape
D. Reflex defence
Answer: Option B
Solution(By Examveda Team)
Caterpillars drop on strands of silk when disturbed is known as Reflex dropping.Reflex bleeding is a defensive behaviour in some insects where a noxious fluid is exuded by the insect when threatened.
The fluid flows out through pores in the exoskeleton. The secretion consists of a bitter fluid, including haemolymph and noxious chemicals.
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