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Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center

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Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center

Overview:

Venus flytraps are carnivores. They eat meat. These plants contain 3 trigger hairs on the roof of the trap (mouth) and 3 hairs on the bottom. When an insect or anything triggers those hairs the plant snaps shut trapping its prey. Check out the video to see this amazing natural mechanism in action.

NOTE: This video does not include audio.

Length: 01:00

Content Areas: Science

Alabama Course of Study Alignments and/or Professional Development Standard Alignments:

[S1] (2) 6: Identify characteristics of animals, including behavior, size, and body covering
[S1] (4) 5: Describe the interdependence of plants and animals.
[S1] (5) 9: Describe the relationship of populations within a habitat to various communities and ecosystems.