Aposematic Coloration (Noun)
Meaning
Conspicuous coloration or markings of an animal serving to warn off predators; "a skunk's aposematic coloration".
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- The brightly colored poison dart frog's aposematic coloration serves as a warning to potential predators of its toxic skin secretions.
- Many animals display aposematic coloration to deter predators, such as the distinctive black and yellow stripes of a wasp.
- The coral snake's aposematic coloration is often mimicked by non-venomous snakes to avoid predation.
- A skunk's aposematic coloration is a clear warning to potential predators of the foul-smelling spray it can release.
- The monarch butterfly's distinctive orange and black wings are an example of aposematic coloration, warning predators of its toxic body fluids.