This individual is showing off one of the most incredible camouflage adaptations in the animal kingdom. Thanks to specialized cells in their skin, the European common cuttlefish is able to change its shape, texture and color patterning to seamlessly blend into the surrounding environment. In addition to acting as camouflage, the cuttlefish can also expand and contract the structures in their skin in order to communicate with other cuttlefish or predators. Video taken at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden

Cuttlefish show off their dazzling camouflage techniques, such as creating stripes that move over their bodies or mimicking non-threatening objects like leaves or coral. Read more: https://www.newscientist.com/article/2467711-watch-a-cuttlefish-transform-into-a-leaf-and-a-coral-to-hunt-its-prey/ | New Scientist

1M views · 1.2K shares | Cuttlefish live less than two years, but they just might be the most interesting creatures under the sea. | National Geographic History | Facebook

Meet one of the world’s smallest cuttlefish: the dwarf cuttlefish! Did you know? 🧐 🐙This species of cuttlefish is the size of a pea when it hatches and will only grow to approximately three to four inches in length. 🧠 These little cephalopods are highly intelligent and have unique ring-shaped brains, three hearts, and eyes similar to humans. 🎭Their color-changing behavior is thought to be used to mesmerize or distract prey, but may also be used to attract a potential mate. Observe these fasc

Meet the dwarf cuttlefish—one of the ocean’s smallest and most fascinating cephalopods! Found in shallow tropical waters of the Central Indo-Pacific, these species of cuttlefish can change their color, pattern, and even texture in seconds to blend in or communicate. Despite growing to only about 3 inches long, they’re clever hunters, using their tentacles to snatch shrimp and small fish with speed. Stop by the New York Aquarium Spineless exhibit to see these cephalopods in action! | New York Aqu

23K views · 599 reactions | Cuttlefish are so intelligent they can remember what, where, and when they last ate, but did you know they're also masters of disguise? Discover more in #SuperNaturalSeries, streaming on Disney+. | National Geographic TV | Facebook