The intricate details of the flower of a moth orchid. Vivid colours attract the bird or insect specific to each species and the structure ensures that


The intricate details of the flower of a moth orchid. Vivid colours attract the bird or insect specific to each species and the structure ensures that pollination has the greatest chances of success


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Location: Scarborough, UK
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
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