NEET BIOLOGY

BIOLOGICAL CLASSIFICATION

KINGDOM ANIMALS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
When an animal blend in the surroundings to escape from predators is called ____
A
migration
B
aestivation
C
camouflage
D
hibernation
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Camouflage, also called cryptic coloration, is a defense or tactic that organisms use to disguise their appearance, usually to blend in with their surroundings. Organisms use camouflage to mask their location, identity, and movement. This allows prey to avoid predators, and for predators to sneak up on prey.

Detailed explanation-2: -Many animals have stripes or spots that help them to blend together when in groups. This makes it difficult for a predator to detect just one of these animals.

Detailed explanation-3: -Some animals, like octopus and chameleons, have the ability to quickly change their coloring and patterns to match changes in their environment. Octopus (Octopoda) camouflaged against the rocks.

Detailed explanation-4: -One of the most amazing techniques for survival in the wild is camouflage. Animals have the ability to mimic plants, ground cover, or even other animals in order to hide or hunt. Camouflage is a colouration or pattern that helps an animal blend in with its surroundings.

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