Mimicry

Many animals have their own clever methods to protect themselves against predators. Mimicry, in which a species appears similar to its surroundings, is commonly a form of anti-predatory behavior. An example of this is that chameleons utilize mimicry to threaten or fool the predators. Chameleons are characterized by their ability to change different colors in terms of different environment. As a consequence, they are unnoticeable to the passers-by. Some Insects also use camouflage to make their body or one part of their body similar to other things. When they are inactive, they might look like a leaf, a twig, or a tree bark. Predators, no doubt, have more difficulty to see them. This kind of behavior provides evidence that some animals can avoid detection to protect themselves so they probably have a better chance of surviving in the nature.