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If a organism's body pattern resembles its environment making it difficult to spot, it is called as

A

camouflage

B

mimicry

C

warning colouration

D

both (a) and (b)

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Camouflage (cryptic appearance) is the ability to blend with the surroundings. Or background. It is the most common type of adaptation by animals to remain unnoticed for protection or aggression, e.g., many insects, reptiles and mammals.
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