WAEC Biology 1993 Question 56

Question 56

Adaptation

The changing of colour by a chameleon to that of the environment is an example of

  1. A.adaptive radiation
  2. B.protective coloration
  3. C.courtship display
  4. D.display of body colour
  5. E.territorial behaviour
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (protective coloration)

Explanation

Matching its background hides the chameleon: protective coloration (camouflage).