1. Physical defenses: These are structural features that help animals avoid predation. Examples include:
* Camouflage: Blending in with the environment, making it harder for predators to spot them.
* Armor: Hard shells, scales, or spines that protect the animal from attacks.
* Size: Being large or small can deter predators.
* Coloration: Bright colors can signal danger or toxicity, warning predators to stay away.
2. Behavioral defenses: These are actions animals take to avoid predation. Examples include:
* Playing dead: Pretending to be dead to fool predators.
* Running away: Escaping from predators by running, flying, or swimming.
* Hiding: Seeking shelter in burrows, dens, or other safe places.
* Mobbing: A group of animals attacking a predator together, often to distract it or drive it away.
* Mimicry: Looking or behaving like another animal that is dangerous or unpalatable, to deter predators.