Dionaea muscipula (Venus flytrap)

The Venus flytrap is a fascinating carnivorous plant that captures and feeds on insects. It has unique lobed leaves with hinged traps that snap shut when triggered by the movement of prey. The trapping mechanism relies on tiny trigger hairs and a rapid closure, ensnaring insects that land on the leaves. The plant then produces enzymes to digest the trapped prey. Venus flytraps are native to the southeastern United States and require a humid and sunny environment to thrive.