Which of the following is NOT typically considered a behavioral adaptation?

• A. Hibernation
• B. Estivation
• C. Camouflage coloration patterns on skin
• D. Nocturnal feeding

Answer: (C)

Distinguish between behaviors and physical traits. Behavioral adaptations are actions an organism takes to survive or reproduce, such as hibernating in winter, estivating in hot or dry conditions, or feeding at night to avoid heat or predators. The option describing camouflage coloration patterns on the skin is a physical trait—the way pigments are arranged in the skin—which helps the animal blend in by appearance. It’s a structural feature, not an action the animal performs. So, while camouflage can involve behavior in some cases, the basic coloration pattern itself is not a behavioral adaptation.