Figure 53.5
-In the figure above,the labeled groups,which group is displaying Batesian mimicry?
A)group A
B)group B
C)both groups A and B
D)none of the above groups

Question

Figure 53.5 
-In the figure above,the labeled groups,which group is displaying Batesian mimicry?
A)group A 
B)group B 
C)both groups A and B 
D)none of the above groups

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Group B is displaying Batesian mimicry, as the yellow and black striped insects are the mimic (resembling a dangerous species such as wasps or bees) and the green and black spotted insects are the model (the actual dangerous species). Group A does not display Batesian mimicry as the model and mimic are the same species, with no harm done to the mimic.

Figure 53.5 -In the Figure Above,the Labeled Groups,which Group Is Displaying Batesian