The ultimate in stealth, puff adders employ camouflage at every level
Puff adders have developed impressive techniques to avoid being detected by predators.
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Sunscreen or camouflage? Why so many animals have dark backs and pale bellies
It is one of the most controversial questions in nature. Now a group of British researchers have shed light on the answer.
Motion dazzle: spotting the patterns that help animals outsmart predators on the run
Why does the zebra have stripes? Researchers are investigating whether it is to confuse predators when they're on the move.
Some shape-shifting animals that can morph to fool others
Last week, a new frog capable of shape-shifting, was discovered. Though many other animals use camouflage, there are only a few other species known which can actually shift their shape.
The dusky dottyback, a master of disguise in the animal world
Brown or yellow, the dottyback fish has a colour for every occasion, and every habitat.
Reef fish can even smell like coral as they seek to evade predators
The animal kingdom is full of incredible examples of camouflage, with animals resembling objects found in their environment such as sticks or leaves, or displaying colour patterns that permit them to blend…
New camouflage technology modelled on cephalopod skin
A new camouflage system automatically reads its environment to blend into the background. A team led by mechanical engineers…
New Mexican spider covers itself in soil
Scientists from the National Autonomous University of Mexico have discovered a new species of spider — that covers itself…
Why a huge range of camouflage strategies exist in nature
Camouflage is the most common defence against predators in nature - but how good such a strategy is depends on two things…
Hidden history: Max Dupain, modernism and war time camouflage
Max Dupain and Frank Hinder are among the many significant artists who contributed decisively to Australia’s modernist tradition. Less well known, however, is that they both worked for Australia’s military…
Ultra-black scales camouflage deadly snake
The West African Gaboon viper’s pattern of cream, yellow, brown and black scales helps it blend in with leaves, but a new…
How do chameleons and other creatures change colour?
When most people think of colour change, they think of octopuses or chameleons - but the ability to rapidly change colour is surprisingly widespread. Many species of crustaceans, insects, cephalopods (squid…
Dazzling or deceptive? The markings of coral reef fish
Have you ever wondered why coral reef fishes are so brilliantly coloured and bizarrely patterned? A quick flick through any coral reef fish guide will leave you bewildered and awed. To answer this question…
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