Survival Advantage in Moth Coloration

Hard Biology Evolution

In the process of natural selection, certain traits provide an advantage for survival and reproduction in a given environment. Consider a population of a particular species of moths that varies in coloration. In a forest that has dark tree barks, which trait would likely be favored for survival in this environment? Based on Darwinian evolutionary principles, which of the following options best explains this scenario?

Moths with lighter coloration are better camouflaged against the dark bark.

Moths with brighter coloration attract more mates, enhancing reproductive success.

Moths that can change color adaptively will survive better.

Moths with darker coloration are less visible to predators on dark tree bark.

Hint

Submitted10.4K

Correct10.1K

% Correct97%