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Examples of Camouflage. By Mrs. White Fredrick Douglass Elementary School. Color Change.
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Examples of Camouflage By Mrs. White Fredrick Douglass Elementary School
Color Change Reproduced with permission of the Minister of Public Works & Government Services Canada, 2001As the seasons change, the Arctic fox changes the color of its coat. In the spring and summer, it has a dark coat, to match the brown dirt in its environment. In the fall and winter, it turns white, to match the surrounding snow.
Blending In cryptic frog - This species has developed a coloring, texture and form that are similar to the leaves found in its environment.
Beetle in Goldenrod flowers • This beetle's coloration provides effective camouflage, protecting it from predators like birds.
Mantis, Praying; on juniper bush • Look closely: There's a praying mantis on this juniper bush. The thin grasshopper relatives benefit from camouflage that makes them nearly invisible on certain kinds of plants and shrubs.
Elk Camouflaging itself • Elk camouflages itself against environment. Yellowstone National Park, North America.
Desert gecko • Notice how well camouflaged this little lizard is.
Lizard, Anole • Anoles are able to change color quickly, making it difficult for predators to find them.