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PROTECTIVE COLORATION

(noun)

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There is 1 meaning of the phrase Protective Coloration.

Protective Coloration - as a noun

Coloration making an organism less visible or attractive to predators

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Example Sentences

"Some animals use protective coloration to blend in with their surroundings."
"The butterfly's wings had protective coloration that made it difficult to spot among the flowers."
"Certain insects have evolved protective coloration patterns that make them look like leaves or other objects."
"The chameleon adjusts its protective coloration to match its environment."
"The snake's scales had a pattern of protective coloration that allowed it to hide among the rocks."
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