Flowers evolve with the primary purpose of attracting pollinators like insects and birds. It drives a surprising evolutionary explosion resulting in flowers getting different colors, shapes, and sometimes even resembling several recognizable figures, plants, or animals.
The colors of the orchids given below attract insects and birds, signaling that these flowers are full of tasty nectar. Their shapes, on the other hand, often evolve to attract or accommodate specific pollinators while deterring parasites or other less desirable pollinators. Some flowers are more welcoming to bees, while others are perfect for certain birds or different insects.
Take a look at these amazing orchids and share them with your friends.
1. Great Egret Orchid (Habenaria Radiata)
2. Pigeon Orchid (Peristeria Elata)
3. Alien Orchid (Calceolaria Uniflora)
4. Flying Duck Orchid (Caleana Major)
5. Parrot Flower (Impatiens Psittacina)
6. Bee Orchid (Ophrys Bomybliflora)
7. Kiss-flower (Psychotria Elata)
8. Homem-Peludo Orchid (Orchis Italica)
9. Monkey Orchid (Dracula Simia)
10. Darth Vader Orchid (Aristolochia Salvadorensis)
11. Ballerina Orchid
12. Angel Orchid (Habenaria Grandifloriformis)
13. Tiger Orchid
14. Skull Flower (Antirrhinum)
15. Baby Orchid in the Cradle (Anguloa Uniflora)
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