Question

Some animals living in the same habitat with inedible species sometimes evolve a coloration that resembles the warning coloration of a toxic species, then it is called:

• A. Object resemblance
• B. Flashing coloration
• C. Batesian mimicry
• D. Mullerian mimicry

Hint:

Batesian = “Bluffing” (Harmless species is lying about being toxic).

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Concept
Mimicry is an evolutionary strategy where one species evolves to resemble another for a survival advantage.

Step 2: Meaning
Warning coloration (aposematism) signals toxicity to predators.

Step 3: Analysis
In Batesian mimicry, a harmless species mimics the warning signals of a harmful species. In Müllerian mimicry, two or more harmful species resemble each other.

Step 4: Conclusion
Since the question specifies a harmless animal resembling a toxic one, it is Batesian mimicry.

Final Answer: (3)