But what is it about these environments that has driven their animal inhabitants to evolve such eye-catching hues? Broadly speaking, animals tend to use color to communicate ... The sheer number of ...

Now, new research adds more intrigue to the oceanic beasts, suggesting that the animals can change color—perhaps as a camouflage strategy to sneak up on prey.

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The natural world is filled with remarkable adaptations, but few are as visually stunning as the ability of certain animals to change their coloration rapidly. This dramatic transformation, known as ...