The sharp contrast of black and white on a skunk warns other animals to stay away, lest they face a noxious spray. This defense is an example of
A) Batesian mimicry.
B) amensalism.
C) character displacement.
D) crypsis.
E) aposematism.

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Aposematism refers to the use of conspicuous markings or coloration by an animal to warn potential predators of its unpalatability, toxicity, or other undesirable characteristic. The black and white coloration of a skunk serves as an example of aposematism.

The Sharp Contrast of Black and White on a Skunk