Camouflage

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What is camouflage?

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Camouflage is a way animals blend in with their surroundings to hide from predators or to catch prey.

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Which animal uses only one color to camouflage?

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The goby.

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What color does the Arctic fox's fur change to in spring?

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Grayish and brown.

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Which animal changes its coat to match the seasons?

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The Arctic fox.

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Which animal can change its color in seconds?

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The octopus.

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What is mimicry in camouflage?

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Mimicry is when an animal looks like something else to avoid being seen.

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Which insect hides in leaves to camouflage?

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The leaf insect.

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Why do animals use camouflage?

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Animals use camouflage to protect themselves from predators and to hunt for food.

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What is an example of an animal that uses color change for camouflage?

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The chameleon.

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What does the term 'blending in' mean in camouflage?

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Blending in means to look like the environment around you.