Scientists discover an unexpected ecological interaction: caterpillars inadvertently prey on predatory mite eggs while feeding on plants, revealing surprising predator-prey dynamics in leaf ecosystems.
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Avoiding the very hungry caterpillar: Herbivores pose unexpected threat to predatory mite eggs

Herbivore Preys On Predator Eggs Interaction type
Predatory Mites Predator affected
Unintentional/Accidental Prey behavior
Leaf Undersides Habitat