Mimicry and Meaning: Structure and Semiotics of Biological Mimicry

The book critically examines the tripartite mimicry model, focusing on the interactions between mimic, model, and receiver species. It introduces semiotic tools for comparative analysis, proposing a dual structure of mimicry that intertwines sign relations in communication with ecological dynamics. Advocating for multi-constructivism and toolbox-like conceptual methods, it emphasizes the importance of considering the participants' Umwelten and the cultural meanings associated with specific instances of mimicry.