Clownfish Develop Stripes At Different Rates Depending on How Toxic Their Sea Anemone Hosts

Medicine & Technology May 24, 2021

How did Nemo get his stripes? The real story of the travels of this famous clownfish is much more fascinating and mysterious than the movie.

What are ‘Iridophores’ and How Are They Keeping Chameleons Camouflaged?

Mar 11, 2015

In a new study published this week in journal Nature Communications, researchers with the University of Geneva in Switzerland revealed that crystals beneath the skin of chameleons are responsible for the species’ amazing ability to adapt its pigmentation to its surroundings. But many are left wondering—what exactly are “Iridophores” and how can chameleons use them to camouflage?

The Secret To a Chameleon’s Color Change—It’s Crystals

Mar 10, 2015

Ever wonder exactly how chameleons are able to change their spots and camouflage themselves under the bright forest canopy? Well you’re not likely to guess the intriguing method involved. It turns out that while the chameleons are docile and soft, for the most part, this interesting species has a lot more in common with diamonds than anyone ever thought.