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Bombardier Beetle packs a Gatling Gun when threatened - Times Gazette

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Bombardier Beetle packs a Gatling Gun when threatened
Times Gazette
Bombardier beetle is named as such because of its intriguing and effective way of defending itself from other animals which may pose as their predators. This insect ousts a superheated liquid called benzoquinone. The liquid is ejected forcefully, in a motion ...
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