The peppered moth population in England changed in response to darkening forests due to air pollution during the Industrial Age. Dark-colored moths became much more common, a characteristic that helped camouflage them on dark trees which, prior to the industrialization of England, were light in color. Which is the most likely reason that dark coloration became more common in peppered moth populations? A. The original peppered moths stopped reproducing.

B. The pollution in the air settled on the peppered moths' wings, causing discoloration.

C. Nature selected for the more fit dark-colored peppered moths in the new environment.

D. Dark coloration is a dominant trait, making it more likely to be passed on to the next generation.