Q. Praying Mantis is a good example of :
(a) Mullerian mimicry
(b) Warning colouration
(c) Social insects
(d) Camouflage
Solution :
Correct option : D (i)Camouflage is the way in which an animal’s colour or shape matches its surroundings and makes it difficult to be spotted. (ii) Praying Mantids use camouflage to hide from predators and sneak up on prey. Different species vary in color from dark brown to green. These colors allow them to blend into their natural surroundings such as tree bark or green plant leaves. They also can hold very still to appear part of a leaf or a tree.