In mid-November 2020, a video supposedly showing a chameleon rapidly changing colors as it climbed a series of connected colored pencils went viral on social media. One posting of this video on TikTok ...

Chameleons are famous for their ability to blend in, but contrary to popular belief, this isn’t why they are so colorful. Chameleons change color depending on their mood, and each color represents ...

The chameleon's uncanny ability to change color has long mystified people, but now the lizard's secret is out: Chameleons can rapidly change color by adjusting a layer of special cells nestled within ...

Color-morphing may sound less intimidating than, say, baring teeth or dragging hooves, but male chameleons rely on such psychedelic intimidation to ward off male rivals, according to a new study.