Question

a snowshoe hare often molts, or sheds its fur, during different seasons, going from a reddish brown to a white fur color. the graphs show both the change in coat color in one population of snowshoe hares and the average snow coverage during two periods of the year. percentage of white hares over time, snow coverage over time. hares with seasonal changes in fur color have a survival advantage and are more likely to successfully reproduce. hares change their fur color as a result of mating choice during the spring months. natural selection allows for mutations to occur during seasonal changes when food is abundant. hare fur color changes when sexual maturity occurs in the fall months. clear all

Explanation:

Snowshoe hares change their fur color to match the snow - covered environment in winter and non - snow covered environment in other seasons. This color change provides camouflage, increasing their survival and reproductive chances. The graphs show the correlation between snow coverage and the percentage of white - furred hares.

Answer:

Hares with seasonal changes in fur color have a survival advantage and are more likely to successfully reproduce.