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Chapter 55, Problem 4U
In order for mimicry to be effective in protecting a species from predation, it must
a. occur in a palatable species that looks like a distasteful species.
b. have cryptic coloration.
c. occur such that mimics look and act like models.
d. occur in only poisonous or dangerous species.
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Chapter 55 Solutions
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