Tobacco plants attacked by caterpillars release different blends of volatile compounds by day and night. Those released at night tell nocturnal moths not to approach — a signal that benefits both plants and moths.
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Ryan, C. Night moves of pregnant moths. Nature 410, 530–531 (2001). https://doi.org/10.1038/35069170
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