This individual is showing off one of the most incredible camouflage adaptations in the animal kingdom. Thanks to specialized cells in their skin, the European common cuttlefish is able to change its shape, texture and color patterning to seamlessly blend into the surrounding environment. In addition to acting as camouflage, the cuttlefish can also expand and contract the structures in their skin in order to communicate with other cuttlefish or predators. Video taken at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Watch a cuttlefish transform into a leaf and a coral to hunt its prey 🐙🍃 In this new video footage, cuttlefish show off their dazzling camouflage techniques, such as creating stripes that move over their bodies or mimicking non-threatening objects Tap ink to learn more: https://www.newscientist.com/article/2467711-watch-a-cuttlefish-transform-into-a-leaf-and-a-coral-to-hunt-its-prey/ #cuttlefish, #camouflage, #animalbehaviour, #coral, #disguise, #hunting, #cephalopods, #ocean, #marine, | New S

The flamboyant cuttlefish (Metasepia pfefferi) is a stunning and unique marine species known for its vibrant colors and fascinating behavior. 🤿 Dive Operator: Critter Republic Dive Center 🔦 Dive Lights: DIVEPRO Native to the Indo-Pacific, it is one of the few cuttlefish species that can walk on the seafloor using its arms and can even "dance" by undulating its body. This small but striking creature can change its skin color and texture rapidly, producing vivid hues of purple, yellow, and pink.

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Cuttlefish are so intelligent they can remember what, where, and when they last ate, but did you know they're also masters of disguise? Discover more in #SuperNaturalSeries, streaming on Disney . | National Geographic TV