Which of the following statements about mimicry is false?
A)Generally,the number of mimics in a Müllerian mimicry system must be less than the number of models.
B)Both Batesian and Müllerian mimicry depend on the ability of the predator to learn.
C)In Müllerian mimicry,the participants are both mimics and models.
D)In Batesian mimicry,the participants are either mimics or models.
E)Batesian mimicry can best be described as parasitism;Müllerian mimicry can best be described as mutualism.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The statement that the number of mimics in a Müllerian mimicry system must be less than the number of models is false. In fact, in a Müllerian mimicry system, multiple species that are all unpalatable or dangerous to predators may converge on a shared warning signal, resulting in multiple models and mimics that are all mutually beneficial to each other.

Which of the Following Statements About Mimicry Is False