the stripes work like an optical illusion to confuse predators when the herd moves...harder for a lion to pick out and kill one specific zebra when a mass of stripes is moving in front of them. essentially blurs the animal's outline
there's actually a few that I can name tigers zebras and even some reptiles and amphibians
a Zebra
They have disruptive coloration.
Sports and strips break up the body shape of some fishes and conceal them against their backgrounds. This kind of camouflage, called disruptive coloration, is common in coral reef fishes.
Disruptive coloration (also known as disruptive camouflage or disruptive patterning) is a form of camouflage that works by breaking up the outlines of an animal, soldier or military vehicle with a strongly contrasting pattern. It is often combined with other methods of crypsis including background colour matching and countershading
Yes, clownfish exhibit a form of disruptive coloration. Their bright orange bodies with black bands create a striking contrast that can confuse predators and break up their outline in the vibrant, coral-rich environments where they live. This coloration helps them blend in with the anemones they inhabit, providing both camouflage and protection.
When a population of of organisms have a special coloration or pattern that help them blend together so that it makes it harder for a predator to pick out any one individual.
Lions do exhibit disruptive coloration, which helps them blend into their natural environment. Their tawny coats, marked with darker shades, allow them to camouflage effectively in savanna grasslands, especially during dawn and dusk. This coloration aids in both hunting and avoiding detection by prey and rivals. Overall, it enhances their ability to remain concealed in their habitat.
yes it does
When a predator is trying to kill a zebra, it has to do it quickly. If it doesn't it could get hurt by the zebra's hooves. So the predator generally attacks the neck, with the jugular and other important areas. But a zebra travels in a herd, and when they are grouped close together, and especially when moving, it is hard to tell if a black and white stripe is a flank or a neck. This heightens the chance of survival for the zebra.
Killer whales, also known as orcas, have a distinctive black and white pattern that is a type of camouflage called "disruptive coloration". Disruptive coloration is where an animal's color pattern contradicts its body shape. This helps killer whales because in the flickering/filtered light under the sea, other animals may not recognize it as a potential predator.
Comparative: more disruptive Superlative: most disruptive