By Sakshi Sah
Published Sep 12, 2024

Hindustan Times
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Hidden in plain sight: 7 animals that are masters of camouflage

Camouflage is a natural skill that helps animals blend into their environment.

These 7 animals are experts at blending into their surroundings, making them hard to spot in the wild.

Leaf-Tailed Gecko

The gecko looks just like a leaf, helping it hide from predators in forests.

Snow Leopard

With its spotted fur, the snow leopard blends in with the rocky, snowy mountains.

Cuttlefish

Cuttlefish can quickly change their colour to hide on the ocean floor.

Stick insect

As its name suggests, the stick insect looks like a twig, making it invisible to predators.

Chameleons

Chameleons are well-known for changing their skin colour to blend in with their surroundings.

Artic Hare

The Arctic hare’s white fur allows it to disappear into the snowy tundra.

Octopus

Octopuses can change their colour and texture to match their environment perfectly.

These animals showcase nature’s incredible ability to create perfect disguises, proving how diverse and fascinating camouflage can be in the animal kingdom.

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