In California,a species of salamanders were geographically separated over time.The group that lived in southern California relied heavily on large gold blotches on their skin that helped to camouflage them from predators.The group that lived along the coast adopted a color pattern that mimicked a poisonous,colorful newt common to that area.Instead of being camouflaged,these salamanders advertised their colors.What type of selection process has occurred over time?

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The scenario described is an example of natural selection, where the salamanders that were better adapted to their environment (either through camouflage or mimicry) were more likely to survive and pass on their genes to the next generation.

In California,a Species of Salamanders Were Geographically Separated Over Time