A global study comparing defensive coloration in insects reveals that camouflage and warning colors each excel under certain environmental conditions

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A global study comparing defensive coloration in insects reveals that camouflage and warning colors each excel under certain environmental conditions

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Is camouflage better than warning colors? For insects, it depends

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The effectiveness of camouflage or warning colors for insect defense depends on conditions such as light levels and how many predators are around.

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