They can defecate as a defense mechanism to make them less palatable to would-be predators.

Many highly evolved species protect their fry from being eaten, as the parents are more able to drive away a would-be predator.

"We have to create a system that is not conducive to would-be predators' being around females," he said.

This facemask may serve a camouflage purpose by making their eyes less obvious to would-be predators.

The arm tips often display bright red coloration to ward off would-be predators.

Logan appeared between her and the would-be predator like a drift of smoke.

But many would-be predators know better than to try to catch a darter.

But, in her own lioness way, she had enjoyed toying with a would-be predator.

The crawling arm serves as a distraction to would-be predators.

This gives a would-be predator ample time to recognise and avoid attacking it.