The popular belief is that chameleons change color solely to disappear into their surroundings. While camouflage does play a part, it is not the only or even the primary reason. Chameleons also alter ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The panther chameleon, native to Madagascar, can transform into a rainbow of colors. Photograph by Christian Ziegler, Nat Geo ...

Despite their image as masters of camouflage, it has long been assumed in science that chameleons change color to communicate with one another or in response to predators. But now new research has ...

You've probably heard that chameleons change color to blend into their background and hide. But new research shows they're more often adjusting appearance in order to regulate their bod temperature or ...