Skunks, Which Are Noted for Their Ability to Spray Would-Be

question 103

Multiple Choice

Skunks, which are noted for their ability to spray would-be predators with a foul-smelling chemical, typically have a coat that is mostly black with contrasting white stripes or spots. This color pattern is an example of

• A) mimicry.
• B) camouflage.
• C) aposematism.
• D) crypsis.
• E) homotypy.

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