Is it a bee or not a bee? That seems to be the question of a video lesson that explains how insects such as flies and moths mimic the coloring of bees. The narrator discusses the purpose of the coloring in association to predators.

Concepts

bees, camouflage, adaptations, mimicry

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Create a list, and if possible bring in samples, of local insects that mimic the coloring of the bee
• After watching the video, lead a KWL activity to brainstorm additional animals that mimic the coloring of others

Classroom Considerations

• Monitor video comments as some may not be appropriate

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Includes both actual images and drawings to demonstrate similarities and differences of the insects
• Short length helps maintain young viewers' attention 

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.9-10.2 RST.9-10.7