The snowshoe hare has two distinct coat patterns for different seasons of the snowy tundra habitat. Which statement describes how the coat patterns provide an adaptation for snowshoe hare survival in the tundra? A. The white coat on females will attract the dark-coated males and allow reproduction and survival in all seasons.

B. The white coat on females will attract the dark-coated males and allow reproduction and survival in all seasons.

C. The dark coat will absorb heat in the winter, keeping the hares warm, while the white coat will reflect heat in warmer seasons.

D. The dark coat will absorb heat in the winter, keeping the hares warm, while the white coat will reflect heat in warmer seasons.

The white coat provides camouflage against snow in the winter while the dark coat blends with the natural environment in warmer seasons.

The white coat provides camouflage against snow in the winter while the dark coat blends with the natural environment in warmer seasons.

The dark coat attracts mates in the winter because it is visible against the snow, while the white coat will help attract mates in warmer seasons.

The dark coat attracts mates in the winter because it is visible against the snow, while the white coat will help attract mates in warmer seasons.