单词 | aposematism |
释义 | aposematismnoun ap·o·sem·a·tism ˌa-pə-ˈse-mə-ˌti-zəm zoology : the use of a signal and especially a visual signal of conspicuous markings or bright colors by an animal to warn predators that it is toxic or distasteful : warning coloration Ladybugs are a good example of aposematism, when the bright colors of red, orange, yellow and black serve as a defense mechanism that warns potential predators of past poisonous or unappetizing results. Carol Coogan, Times Union (Albany, New York), 16 June 2008 |
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