Camouflage
Learning Objectives Describe the different types of camouflage that help organisms to survive and reproduce
Camouflage Camouflage is a trait that makes it hard to see an organism in its natural habitat.
Concealing Coloration The organism has the same color as the background in the environment.
Disruptive Coloration The organism has a pattern like stripes or spots that help break up its body outline.
Disguises The organism looks like something in its environment.
Counter Shading The organism has a dark upper body and a light underside. Blends in when viewed from above or below.
Mimicry The organism mimics or copies a trait in another organism.
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