Octopus and other cephalopods are good at hiding themselves—and are inspiring cutting-edge technologies that may help us do ...

Camouflage is an exciting animal adaptation that allows many different types of animals to blend in with their surroundings. The chameleon is one of the most recognizable animals that camouflages ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. The animal world is full of trickery and concealment. To evade ...

Denise’s pygmy seahorse, barely larger than a fingernail, blends perfectly with its coral home. Found in the western Pacific, ...

This video explores a frog with an unusual ability that allows it to nearly disappear from view. By altering how blood moves through its body, the animal reduces visibility in a way rarely seen in ...

Scientists have long debated why zebras have stripes, and one of the most popular theories has held that the markings help the animals camouflage themselves. But a new study suggests that probably isn ...

A paramount rule of the animal kingdom is not to be seen unless you want to be. It goes for predators as much as prey: going unnoticed means surviving longer, either because it allows you to catch ...

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Online computer games played by more than 30,000 people have helped scientists understand animal camouflage and color vision. Online computer games played by more than 30,000 people have helped ...

Did you know the animal kingdom is full of masters of disguise? There are millions of different animal species on our planet. Each one has its own special way of surviving. Some animals are fast ...

On December 4, 1920, a 14-year-old boy saw something extraordinary while walking in the central Wisconsin woods. Snowshoe hares, all of them with vibrant white fur, “were hopping about on fallen ...