As many as 10,000 species of dainty orchids in the floral world also utilize deception in order to be get pollinated: Over time, they have evolved elaborate ruses to lure insects. Generally we ...

Then I read about the amazing, mutualistic relationship orchids have with the orchid bee. When I saw images of these stunning animals, in their shining green armour, I really wanted to feature ...

The orchid mantis (Hymenopus coronatus) lives in the rainforests of Southeast Asia. It has become popular with insect breeders in the pet trade thanks to its striking looks. The females are big ...

Clay Bolt (USA) is dazzled by an orchid bee as it collects aromatic compounds from a leaf. Clay has spent many years photographing tropical bees. He uses organic scents mixed by scientists to attract ...

The photograph by Christopher Harrington, "Green Orchid Bee," shows the timid pollinator ... Entrants could submit up to ...