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Coloration

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Camouflage RolePlay
Coloration in nature often serves as camouflage, helping animals or plants to hide from predators or prey. SlideThe chameleon's coloration changes to match the tree bark, rendering it nearly invisible.
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Indicative TraitsPlay
Natural coloration can indicate traits like maturity, health, or readiness to mate. SlideThe bright coloration of the male bird signals its health to potential mates.
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Species IdentificationPlay
Distinctive coloration helps in identifying and differentiating species. SlideScientists often use coloration to tell similar species apart.