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Page 17
Although Kane produces no direct evidence to support this explanation , its
probability is supported by evidence of the selective value of concealing
coloration and of discrimination by insectivorous enemies which will be
considered on a later ...
Although Kane produces no direct evidence to support this explanation , its
probability is supported by evidence of the selective value of concealing
coloration and of discrimination by insectivorous enemies which will be
considered on a later ...
Page 190
Again , as we shall see later , red takes a prominent place in the advertisement of
dangerous or distasteful properties in insects , frogs , and many other animals .
Shown to advantage in combination with black , these colours occur time and ...
Again , as we shall see later , red takes a prominent place in the advertisement of
dangerous or distasteful properties in insects , frogs , and many other animals .
Shown to advantage in combination with black , these colours occur time and ...
Page 383
A few years later Herdman ( 239 ) showed conclusively the effect of a brilliant
light in attracting free - swimming animals . Two townets , one with a battery of
lights fixed in its mouth and the other without lights , were let down to three
fathoms at ...
A few years later Herdman ( 239 ) showed conclusively the effect of a brilliant
light in attracting free - swimming animals . Two townets , one with a battery of
lights fixed in its mouth and the other without lights , were let down to three
fathoms at ...
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Contents
THE METHODS BY WHICH CONCEALMENT | 5 |
ADAPTIVE RADIATION IN COLOUR RESEMBLANCE II | 11 |
COLOUR RESEMBLANCE DUE TO CHOICE OF APPROPRIATE BACKGROUNDS | 18 |
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