The Orchid is incredible - not only are there thousands of species

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The Orchid is incredible - not only are there thousands of species all over the world, but this flowering plant is a master of mimicry. Below are 10 quirky and beautiful species of orchid which closely resemble other living creatures.

Flying duck orchid (Caleana major)
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Monkey orchid (Dracula simia)
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White egret flower (Pecteilis radiata)
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Naked man orchid 🤣 (Orchis italica)
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Dove orchid (Peristeria)
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Laughing bee orchid (Ophrys apifera)
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Swaddled baby orchid (Anguloa uniflora)
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Moon orchid which appears to have a tiger inside (Phalaenopsis amabilis)
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Ballerina orchid (Caladenia melanema)
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Moth orchid (Phalaenopsis)
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The Orchid is incredible - not only are there thousands of species all over the world, but this flowering plant is a master of mimicry. Below are 10 quirky and beautiful species of orchid which closely resemble other living creatures.

awesome orchids orchid flowers plants did you know awesome facts nature amazing beautiful wow animals wtf cool fascinating funny science pareidolia psychology mimicry colours pretty interesting flowers that look like things omg

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