Defenses Activity

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What is cryptic coloration?

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A form of camouflage that allows an organism to avoid detection by predators by blending in with its environment.

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What is aposematic coloration?

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Bright coloration in animals that serves as a warning to predators about their toxicity or unpalatability.

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What is Batesian mimicry?

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A form of mimicry where a non-toxic species resembles a toxic species to deter predators.

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What is Mullerian mimicry?

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A form of mimicry where two or more unpalatable species evolve to resemble each other, reinforcing the avoidance behavior of predators.

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What is defensive armor?

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Physical structures, such as shells or spines, that provide protection against predators.

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What is an escape mechanism?

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Behavioral adaptations that allow an organism to flee from predators quickly.

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What is the role of coloration in animal defense?

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Coloration can serve various purposes, including camouflage, warning signals, and mimicry to protect against predation.

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What is the difference between cryptic and aposematic coloration?

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Cryptic coloration helps an organism blend into its environment, while aposematic coloration is bright and warns predators of toxicity.

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How does mimicry benefit non-toxic species?

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By resembling toxic species, non-toxic species can avoid predation as predators learn to associate the appearance with a negative experience.

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What is the significance of bright colors in poison dart frogs?

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Bright colors serve as a warning signal to potential predators about their toxicity.