WAEC Biology 1988 Question 54

Question 54

Adaptation

The change in colour of the chameleon serves as a means of

  1. A.attraction to the opposite sex
  2. B.repulsion of the enemy
  3. C.a camouflage from a predator
  4. D.regulation of body temperature
  5. E.production of a variety of skin pigments
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (a camouflage from a predator)

Explanation

By matching its surroundings the chameleon hides from predators (and prey): camouflage.