Term
|
Definition
Coloration Matching the Visual Background
Disruptive coloration
Countershading
Transparency
Masquerade |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| prevents perception of a prey animal’s form |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| animals with dark backs and light bellies |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| the mechanism by which countershading achieves camouflage |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| Prey may be detected but deemed inedible by predators |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| Warning Coloration. a conspicuous appearance that advertises dangerous or unpleasant attributes |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| Two warningly colored species can look alike |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| Palatable, defenseless, species evolve morphology and behavior similar to unpalatable species |
|
|
Term
| Pronouncement of Vigilance |
|
Definition
| Prey reactions communicate to the predator the prey is alert and aware |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| : a stiff-legged bounding display performed by pronghorn, deer and antelope |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
a group is composed of selfish individuals
Each trying to position as many others as possible between itself and the predator |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| each individual has a smaller chance of becoming the next victim as the group size increases |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| predators are less successful in attacking prey because they are unable to single out and attack individuals |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| approaching, gathering around, and harassing one’s enemies |
|
|
