Mimicry in Nature
Explore the fascinating world of mimicry, where animals adapt to look like other animals or their surroundings for survival.
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Mimicry in Nature
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Mimicry is an evolutionary adaptation where one species (the mimic) evolves to resemble another species (the model) or its surroundings for survival. This can help the mimic avoid predators, attract prey, or gain other advantages.
1. Which of the following best describes mimicry?
When an animal changes its color to match its mood.
When one species resembles another species or its environment for survival.
When animals sing to attract a mate.
When animals hibernate during winter.
2. What is the primary benefit of mimicry for the mimic species?
It helps them fly faster.
It helps them digest food better.
It increases their chances of survival.
It allows them to live in colder climates.
3. A species that mimics another species is called a .
4. The species that is being mimicked is called the .
5. All mimicry involves an animal pretending to be a dangerous animal.
True
False
6. Mimicry can help a species attract prey.
True
False
7. Describe one example of mimicry you have learned about or seen.
8. Look at the image above. How does the animal in the picture demonstrate mimicry?
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