Question

What is the difference between cryptic coloration and mimicry as a defense mechanism of animals?

Answer 1

Mimicry is defined as similarity in coloration with other animals, whereas cryptic coloration is a colouring of an animal that helps to camouflage it in its natural environment.

Explanation:

Example of mimicry (other animals become confused thinking that both snakes are venomous).

Example of cryptic coloration (camouflaged reptile).