Hungry Venus Flytraps Snap Shut On A Host Of Unfortunate Flies | Life - Bbc -

In the BBC's Life series, the Venus flytrap is showcased as a sophisticated predator that uses "counting" abilities and electrical impulses to snap its leaves shut in under a tenth of a second, ensuring energy-efficient hunting. After a five-touch sequence secures the prey, the plant seals its trap to release digestive enzymes, reopening after several days only to leave behind the insect's exoskeleton. For more details, visit BBC One's "Life" page .