Animals That Can Change Colour

Chameleon: Camouflage, communication, and temperature regulation.

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Octopus: Camouflage and signaling, can also change texture of skin using special cells called papillae.

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Squid: Camouflage, mating displays, communication. Some species flash colors rapidly in complex patterns to signal others.

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Cuttlefish: Masters of “dynamic camouflage”—can mimic textures and patterns in real time.

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Tree Frog: Camouflage and temperature control. Some can shift from green to gray to blend with bark or leaves.

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Flounder: They can match sand, pebbles, or seaweed on the seabed.

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Anole Lizard: Can shift from bright green to brown based on mood, temperature, or surroundings.

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Parrotfish: Males and females of some species display entirely different color patterns.

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Golden Tree Snake: Slight color changes help it blend with varying foliage while gliding between trees.

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Peppered Moth Caterpillar: Can detect and match the color of the twig it's resting on.

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