The blowfly larvae bodies have evolved to closely resemble those of the termites, the researchers report February 10 in Current Biology.Inside the nest, termites recognize each other through touch ...

In fact, the termites even groom the maggots like they're one of them! Talk about a "bum" deal for the termites. Researchers discovered the larvae's sneaky trick by accident while looking for ants.

But the maggots' disguise isn't just about looking like termites. According to the study, these larvae have adapted their smells, senses, and even breathing holes to mimic termites too.