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Adaptation Types
Biology
Term | Definition |
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Cryptic Coloration | allows animals to blend in with their surroundings (camouflage) |
Aposematic Coloration | warning colors |
Mimicry | resembling harmful species |
Disruptive Coloration | lines or spots designed to disguise the outline of the body |
False Eye Spots | fake eyes that discourage predators |
Herding | gathering in large groups |
Schooling | fish gathering in large numbers |
Seasonal Fur | fur changes color or thickness to suit the season |
Hibernation | Sleeping during the harsh seasons |
Migration | seasonal movement |
Big ears | large ears act like a radiator to keep animals cool |
Nocturnal | animals active at night or live underground |