Chameleon Color Change Mechanisms

The video explains how chameleons change their body color in response to emotions, temperature, and light. This ability is due to special skin pigments that react to environmental changes. When a chameleon is threatened or angry, it can change its color to match its surroundings, providing camouflage. The process involves the expansion of pigments triggered by hormones from the brain. Additionally, exposure to light can darken specific skin areas. The video concludes with a call to subscribe for more educational content.

Why do chameleons change their body color?

• To communicate with other chameleons

• To attract mates

• To blend in with their environment

• To regulate their body temperature

What causes the color change in chameleons?

• Growth of new skin

• Changes in their blood flow

• Movement of skin pigments

• Changes in their diet

Which factors influence the skin pigments of chameleons?

• Age and size

• Diet and hydration

• Humidity and wind

• Temperature and light

What happens to a chameleon's skin when exposed to light?

• It becomes thicker

• It becomes transparent

• It becomes darker

• It becomes lighter

Where does a chameleon achieve the most perfect color change?

• On sand

• In water

• Under a tree

• On a rock