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What does the term 'pseudocopulation' refer to in the context of the Mediterranean orchid Ophrys?

Options

  1. AThe actual mating process
  2. BThe mistaken perception of the flower as a female bee
  3. CThe bee collecting nectar from the flower
  4. DThe transfer of seeds from one flower to another

Correct answer

B. The mistaken perception of the flower as a female bee

Step-by-step solution

Orchids show a bewildering diversity of floral patterns many of which have evolved to attract the right pollinator insect (bees and bumblebees) and ensure guaranteed pollination by it. Not all orchids offer rewards. The Mediterranean orchid Ophrys employs ‘sexual deceit’ to get pollination done by a species of bee. One petal of its flower bears an uncanny resemblance to the female of the bee in size, color and markings. The male bee is attracted to what it perceives as a female, ‘pseudo copulates’ with the flower ,

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