Carnivorous bladderworts suck up prey

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DEATH TRAP Many a small crustacean met its end in this bladderwort trap, seen here in a close-up. Now, scientists have a much better idea about how these devious chambers work. Carmen Weißkopf
Carnivorous bladderworts trap prey with speed that would make a Bond villain shudder in gleeful envy.