Which of the following gray tree frog (Hyla)tadpole body forms is most common in populations raised in the presence of predators (aquatic dragonfly larvae,Anax)?
A)long body and great tail depth
B)long body and minimal tail depth
C)great tail depth and short overall body length
D)minimal tail depth and short overall body length

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In the presence of predators, gray tree frog tadpoles often develop a body form with a great tail depth and short overall body length as an adaptive response to increase their chances of survival by making them less appealing or harder to catch by predators.

Which of the Following Gray Tree Frog (Hyla)tadpole Body Forms