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Suction feeding

Become the leaf trap.

Animals grouped here express a similar quality through their behavior in nature. Each species still has its own principle, lesson, meaning, and field-guide page.

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Mata Mata (Chelus fimbriata) thumbnail image on AnimalDex

Mata Mata

Species principle: Leaf Illusion

Become the leaf trap.

The perfect disguise lets the meal come close enough for the water to vanish.

Mata Matas have leaf-like heads, fringed skin, and cryptic shapes that help them resemble debris. They catch prey by rapidly opening the mouth and sucking in water and fish.

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