Why do the pocket mice in the dark lava environment have white underbellies?

They have a genetic mutation that affects their fur color. Why do dark-colored rock pocket mice on dark lava flows have white bellies? There is no selection for dark bellies by visual predators. ... -Mutations for advantageous traits are more likely to be passed on to the next generation.

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