The peacock butterfly (Inachis io), when disturbed, flicks open its wings while emitting a hissing sound. The wing flicking serves to expose
A) a false head.
B) bright, aposematic coloration.
C) four large eyespots.
D) small hooks on the wings that serve as weapons.

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The peacock butterfly exposes four large eyespots on its wings when disturbed, which can startle or deter predators by mimicking the eyes of larger animals.

The Peacock Butterfly (Inachis Io), When Disturbed, Flicks Open Its