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Carrion fly on the parasitic plant Rafflesia pricei flower, Mount Kinabalu, Borneo, May
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Carrion fly on the parasitic plant Rafflesia pricei flower, Mount Kinabalu, Borneo, May
Carrion fly on the parasitic plant Rafflesia pricei flower, Mount Kinabalu, Borneo, May, 2013. Filmed for the BBC series Wonders of The Monsoon
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Angiosperm Angiospermae Borneo Borneo Island Dicot Dicotyledon Flower Flowering Plant Magnoliopsida Malpighiales Orange Parasite Parasitic Rosanae Rosid Sabah South East Asia Spermatophyte Spermatophytina Tracheophyta Vascular Plant Vibrant Colour Mount Kinabalu Plantae Rafflesia
Nature's Odd Couple - A Carrion Fly and the Vibrant Parasitic Beauty
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. In this snapshot captured by Paul Williams, we witness a truly bizarre partnership between two unlikely companions. Here, a carrion fly finds itself irresistibly drawn to the magnificent Rafflesia pricei flower, perched high on Mount Kinabalu in Borneo. As our eyes are immediately drawn to the vibrant orange hues of the parasitic plant, we can't help but marvel at its striking beauty. The Rafflesia pricei stands out against its lush green surroundings like a beacon of nature's artistry. Its intricate petals seem to dance in harmony with the surrounding foliage. But what brings these two together? It is none other than the pungent aroma emitted by this floral wonder that entices our tiny winged friend. The carrion fly is lured by an irresistible scent reminiscent of decaying flesh – a feast fit for royalty in its world! This peculiar relationship serves as a reminder that nature always has surprises up her sleeve. While most flowers rely on sweet fragrances to attract pollinators, the Rafflesia pricei takes an unconventional approach and relies on deception instead. So next time you stumble upon an unexpected duo like this one, remember that even in nature's strangest encounters, there is always room for beauty and fascination.
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