The Eastern grey squirrel lives mostly in oak trees that have a medium gray bark. In some cities, oak tree bark is darkening due

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The Eastern grey squirrel lives mostly in oak trees that have a medium gray bark. In some cities, oak tree bark is darkening due

to air pollution. This Eastern grey squirrel shows melanism, or the increase in black pigment in its fur. What is MOST LIKELY the reason for the change in fur color?

Biology

2 answers:

alex41 [277] · Answer 1 · 2022-01-16T11:51:35+03:00

alex41 [277]4 years ago

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<span>It is a way to camouflage the squirrel in a changing habitat.</span>

Anna11 [10] · Answer 2 · 2022-01-16T13:12:24+03:00

Anna11 [10]4 years ago

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Answer:

The answer is D: It is a way to camouflage the squirrel in a changing habitat.

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