Some butterfly species can’t grow unless they trick ants into taking them home with a complex rhythmic signal.

Researchers have found that some butterfly caterpillars mimic the meticulously timed movements of ants to win their favor and ...

Finding a caterpillar with rhythm was “mind-blowing,” suggesting it might be a more widespread part of animal communication ...

Research from the University of Warwick has revealed that butterfly caterpillars use sophisticated rhythmic signals to communicate with ants, helping them gain protection, food, and access to ant ...