Which of the following is an example of Batesian mimicry?
A)a moth that resembles clumps of bird droppings on a green leaf
B)an Indian leaf butterfly that resembles a dead leaf in a rain forest
C)a non-poisonous gopher snake that looks like a venomous rattlesnake
D)a fawn with fur coloring that camouflages it in the forest environment
E)a snapping turtle that uses its tongue to mimic a worm and attract fish

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Batesian mimicry involves a harmless species (the mimic) resembling a harmful or unpalatable species (the model) to deter predators. The non-poisonous gopher snake mimicking a venomous rattlesnake is an example of this, as the mimic benefits from the predator's learned avoidance of the harmful species.

Which of the Following Is an Example of Batesian Mimicry