Cuttlefish are colorblind masters of disguise
Cuttlefish are colorblind yet master camouflagers, changing skin color and texture in milliseconds by sensing light through their skin, showcasing remarkable intelligence and unique biology.
Cuttlefish can change their skin color and texture in just 300 milliseconds, faster than a blink, to perfectly match their surroundings. Amazingly, these camouflage experts are colorblind! Scientists believe they sense colors through their skin using light-sensitive proteins, allowing them to mimic multicolored backgrounds with incredible precision.
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