When it comes to changing one's skin color, the cuttlefish outshines even the chameleon, in both degree and kind. Its skin possesses up to 200 chromatophores (pigment cells) per square millimeter ...

Our experiments show that cuttlefish do change in density, and the difference between a ‘light’ and a ‘heavy’ cuttlefish is almost entirely due to a difference between the densities of ...

In the vibrant world of aquatic life, some fish possess a remarkable ability: they can change color. This mesmerizing trait ...

Unlike iridophores, leucophores do not change appearance based on ... "Hyperspectral imaging of cuttlefish camouflage indicates good color match in the eyes of fish predators." ...

One of the most mystifying creatures of the deep, the cuttlefish has abilities and even senses that are alien to us humans. This versatile animal can change its appearance at will, mimicking ...