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aposematic coloration

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ap·o·se·mat·ic coloration   (āp'ə-sə-māt'ĭk)   
n.  See warning coloration.
warning coloration  
n.  The conspicuously recognizable markings of an animal, such as a skunk, that serve to warn off potential predators. Also called aposematic coloration.
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aposematic coloration   (āp'ə-sə-māt'ĭk)  Pronunciation Key 
See warning coloration.
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