Question

If light color is a recessive trait and the trees stay dark forever, could the light colored moths eventually become extinct? Why or why not?

Answer 1

Answer:

The light moths could become extinct eventually

Explanation:

If trees stay dark forever the light moths are easier to prey upon and eventually negative selection pressure will decrease the population of light moths until it is virtually nonexistent.

For a real life case of this, look into pepper moths and the Industrial Revolution.