Apr 9, 2022
Sawfly orchid, Ophrys tenthredinifera is another sexually deceptive orchid that reproduce through pseudo copulation where the orchid mimics female insects & fool the amorous males into mating with the flowers thereby pollenating them. The orchids floral scent mimics the pheromones of the insects. Each of the Ophrys genus of orchids has its own specific insect that it attracts. #cleverorchids #orchids #orchidlover #ophrystenthredinifera #nativewildorchids @josephbrooksjewelry (at Baños de la Encina, Spain) https://www.instagram.com/p/CcH_Z7uL04d/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
