In predation, as in love and war, anything goes. All three of these situations—and the way species respond to them—determine to some degree whether an animal species survives in a particular niche. As a result, some animals develop flashy coloration to attract mates or camouflage to avoid enemies. And for the contest between predator and prey, organisms have developed an impressive armamentarium that includes spines, teeth, claws and quills.
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