Color Change
When an animal changes color as it grows or to adapt to its environment.
What is it?
Color change is when an animal's color changes over time. Some animals change color as they grow, like the Boelen's python, which changes from red-brown to black with white markings. Others change color to blend in with their surroundings, like chameleons. Color change can help animals hide, communicate, or regulate temperature. Smallwood's anole shows color variation across its range, meaning individuals in different areas can have different colors. It can also change color slightly in response to its environment.
Why it matters
Color change shows how animals adapt to their environment. It helps scientists understand evolution and animal behavior.
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