Peppered moth
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Peppered moth
Two specimens of peppered moths exhibited on a soot-covered tree. This is a good demonstration of genetic selection through changing environment
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Arthropod Arthropoda Bark Biston Camouflage Disguised Geometer Moth Geometridae Hexapod Hexapoda Hidden Insecta Lepidoptera Lepidopteran Moth Peppered Biston Betularia Biston Betularius Invertebrata
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1. Title: "Nature's Camouflage: Peppered Moths Adapt to Industrial Revolution" This photograph showcases two specimens of Peppered Moths (Biston betularia), resting on a soot-covered tree trunk. The tree's bark, once a familiar backdrop for these moths, now bears an unwelcome disguise - the grime and soot of the Industrial Revolution. The Peppered Moth is a common insect found in Europe and Asia, belonging to the family Geometridae, order Lepidoptera, and class Insecta. The moth's natural coloration is a blend of various shades of brown and grey, which effectively camouflages it against the tree bark. However, the arrival of industrialization brought about a significant change in the environment, with trees covered in soot from the burning coal factories. As the industrial era progressed, the peppered moth population began to exhibit a striking evolution. The darker, melanic form of the moth, known as Amphidasys betularia or Biston betularius, became more prevalent due to its increased ability to blend in with the soot-covered trees. This phenomenon is an excellent demonstration of genetic selection through a changing environment. The moths in this photograph serve as a reminder of the power of nature to adapt and evolve in response to environmental pressures. Their story highlights the intricate relationship between organisms and their surroundings and the continuous process of natural selection. The Peppered Moth's transformation is an essential lesson in the importance of understanding the interconnectedness of various elements in the natural world and the role that human activities can play in shaping the environment and the organisms that inhabit it.
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