Adaptive coloration

Adaptive coloration is a survival trait where animals change their coloration to blend into their environment, helping them avoid predators or improve hunting. This ability allows species like chameleons or certain fish to adjust their color patterns in real-time, matching backgrounds like leaves, rocks, or water. It involves specialized cells in their skin called chromatophores, which contain pigments that change size or color. This dynamic change provides a visual advantage in hiding or communicating with others. Adaptive coloration is an evolutionarily developed mechanism that enhances an animal's chances of survival by making them less conspicuous in their surroundings.