May 12, 2024, 10:58 PM IST
Dead Leaf Butterfly: Found in Southeast Asia, this butterfly has evolved to resemble a dead leaf, complete with veins and discoloration, providing excellent protection from predators.
Chameleon: Probably the most famous for its ability to change color to blend in with its surroundings. This helps them evade predators and also communicate with other chameleons.
Leaf-tailed Gecko: Found in Madagascar, these geckos have evolved to resemble dead leaves, making them nearly invisible among the forest foliage.
Katydid: With its leaf-like wings and body shape, the katydid perfectly mimics a leaf, allowing it to hide from predators such as birds and reptiles.
Mantis: These insects have a remarkable resemblance to sticks or leaves, enabling them to ambush their prey effectively.
Octopus: Octopuses are masters of disguise, using specialized cells in their skin called chromatophores to change color and texture to match their surroundings.
Uroplatus geckos: Another group of geckos from Madagascar, they resemble tree bark or branches, allowing them to hide from predators and ambush prey.
Peppered Moth: Found in the UK, these moths have evolved to match the color of the trees they rest on, either light or dark, depending on the tree's color and the pollution levels in their environment.
This information is not DNA's opinion but obtained from media reports