countershading
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tərˌʃeɪ noun Zoology.
the development of dark colors on parts usually exposed to the sun and of light colors on parts usually shaded, especially as serving for protection or concealment.
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| (in the coloration of certain animals) a pattern, serving as camouflage, in which dark colours occur on parts of the body exposed to the light and pale colours on parts in the shade | |
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Countershading
is always a great word to know.
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Countershading is a form of camouflage in which the top of an animal's body is darker in color, while its underside is lighter.
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