Brains On! Science podcast for kids
How and why do chameleons change color?
Oct 31, 2023
Join Molly and Arjun as they explore the colorful world of chameleons with chatty chameleon cabaret performers Kiki and Paul, as well as chameleon expert Chris Anderson. Learn about chameleons' color-changing abilities, powerful eyes, and super sticky saliva. Discover the reasons behind chameleons changing colors, including heat absorption, light reflection, and mood indication. Play a mystery sound game and hear the fascinating insights of a biology professor.
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Quick takeaways
- Chameleons change color in response to their environment and their mood, using it as a form of communication.
- Chameleons have remarkable eyes that provide them with almost 360-degree vision and the ability to zoom in on objects like a camera.
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Chameleons can change color based on their emotions
Chameleons change color in response to their environment and their mood. For example, when chameleons are cold, they change color to absorb more heat energy from the sun. Conversely, if chameleons are very warm, they turn pale to reflect more light. They also use color to communicate with other chameleons. Males may display brighter colors to show dominance, while females can indicate their receptiveness to male advances through coloration.
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