An astonishing number of insects have evolved survival mechanisms that involve mimicry, camouflage, and disguise. In the case of orange-and-black butterflies, the viceroy has evolved a striking ...

It can take extreme forms, for example in the group of insects called bush-crickets or katydids. These animals are poor flyers, so many species rely on remarkable camouflage to evade predators. Leaf ...

Hiding in the lush greenery of Réunion Island, the caméléon endormi (literally “sleepy chameleon”) is a living jewel of ...

Copperheads are masters of camouflage, blending in with leaves, tree bark and forest debris. This makes them nearly invisible ...

Animals can use optical illusions or patterns to camouflage themselves. Spots or stripes can help zebras and leopards hide until they can escape danger. Stick insects use disguise to camouflage ...

Unlike camouflage, which allows prey to blend into ... have developed an online game with humans as the predators. Dazzle Bug players try to nab patterned “bugs” skittering across natural ...