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It's a common misconception that they do this to camouflage themselves against a background. In fact, chameleons mostly change color to regulate their temperatures or to signal their intentions to other chameleons. Since chameleons can't generate their own body heat, changing the color of their skin is a way to maintain a favorable body temperature. A cold chameleon may become dark to absorb more heat, whereas a hotter chameleon may turn pale to reflect the sun's heat.
Chameleons will also use bold color changes to communicate. Kansascity New Member. The video is not real. DeviousMike New Member. My male ambilobe usually rest displaying bright red. Check out my thread The Legacy of Maul. VeiledChams Avid Member. Kansascity said:. Click to expand Stanly New Member. VeiledChams said:. You do know they do not change color in order to camouflage, right?
It is a way of communication. Through their coloration they express their mood, intentions to other chameleons, and stress levels. They do not match their coloration to their surroundings We'd love to know what you find out! They are pretty cool.
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