What does a chameleon do?

Chameleon skin has a superficial layer which contains pigments, and under the layer are cells with guanine crystals. Chameleons change color by changing the space between the guanine crystals, which changes the wavelength of light reflected off the crystals which changes the color of the skin. read more

Many people think chameleons change colour to blend in with their surroundings. Scientists disagree. Their studies show that light, temperature and mood cause chameleons to change colour. Sometimes changing colour can make the chameleon more comfortabl. Sometimes it helps the animal communicate with other chameleons. read more

• CHAMELEON (noun) The noun CHAMELEON has 3 senses: 1. a changeable or inconstant person 2. a faint constellation in the polar region of the southern hemisphere near Apus and Mensa 3. lizard of Africa and Madagascar able to change skin color and having a projectile tongue Familiarity information: CHAMELEON used as a noun is uncommon. read more