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Look at the picture of the two moths on the tree. Over time, which color of moth would become more prevalent in the population? Please explain why

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The coloring of a moth often is what helps it survive. Colorful organisms are often poisonous, their colors screaming "don't eat me!." Other moths have coloring to help them blend in with their surroundings. Some even have patterns that make them appear as a large animal face, so hunters stay away from them.

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