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What does the trumpetfish do to catch smaller fish from the ocean floor?
What does the trumpetfish do to catch smaller fish from the ocean floor?
- Imitates the appearance of a lionfish
- Changes its color to match the surroundings
- Floats horizontally among undersea plants
- Acts like a harmless stick or piece of seagrass (correct)
How does the flatfish adapt to match different-colored surroundings?
How does the flatfish adapt to match different-colored surroundings?
- Changes its tentacles to mimic a crab
- Becomes bright with zebra stripes
- Grows speckly skin to match different-colored pebbles (correct)
- Floats vertically among undersea plants
Why is the cuttlefish referred to as the 'chameleon of the sea'?
Why is the cuttlefish referred to as the 'chameleon of the sea'?
- It has tentacles that resemble those of a crab
- It changes color to blend with different ocean backgrounds (correct)
- It can mimic the appearance of a lionfish
- It can imitate the appearance of a sea snake
Which creature is named for its ability to impersonate several different animals?
Which creature is named for its ability to impersonate several different animals?
How can some fish protect themselves by appearing dangerous or harmless?
How can some fish protect themselves by appearing dangerous or harmless?
What is one common strategy mentioned in the text for fish to survive in the sea?
What is one common strategy mentioned in the text for fish to survive in the sea?
What is one of the purposes of fish camouflage mentioned in the text?
What is one of the purposes of fish camouflage mentioned in the text?
Which fish is described as the most poisonous in the sea due to its camouflage and body shape?
Which fish is described as the most poisonous in the sea due to its camouflage and body shape?
What is the main purpose of the longnose hawkfish's camouflage mentioned in the text?
What is the main purpose of the longnose hawkfish's camouflage mentioned in the text?
What feature of the leafy sea dragon helps it camouflage effectively in its environment?
What feature of the leafy sea dragon helps it camouflage effectively in its environment?
How do fish camouflage help them survive in their environment according to the text?
How do fish camouflage help them survive in their environment according to the text?
Why do many fish have colors and shapes that blend in with their environment?
Why do many fish have colors and shapes that blend in with their environment?
