From the octopus that walks on land to another that grows its own ‘lifejacket’, discover these unusual species ...

Looking ahead: The future of adaptive camouflage may look oddly familiar as it resembles the skin of an octopus. In a recent study published in Nature Communications, engineers at Penn State developed ...

The octopus-inspired material could lead to better camouflage technology for the military and beyond. By Mack DeGeurin Published Feb 6, 2026 3:04 PM EST Get the Popular Science daily newsletter💡 ...

In the time it takes to blink, octopus and cuttlefish can seemingly disappear into their underwater environment by changing both the color and texture of their skin. Replicating these dual camouflage ...

This wildlife feature examines the mimic octopus, a species known for imitating other marine animals to avoid danger. Rather than relying on camouflage alone, it alters its shape, movement, and ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Cephalopods like the giant Pacific octopus (Enteroctopus dofleini) are masters of camouflage. As researchers gain a better ...

A ‘photonic skin’ with controllable colour and texture brings materials science a step closer to the adaptive camouflage found in nature. Benjamin Renz is in the 2nd Physics Institute, University of ...

In the vast underwater world, where survival often depends on outsmarting others, octopuses stand as unrivaled masters of disguise. These remarkable cephalopods possess an extraordinary arsenal of ...

Squids are extremely intelligent animals with plenty of tricks to help them get out of dangerous situations. Some of these tricks seem to be instinctive, helping them survive from birth into adulthood ...

SAN DIEGO — Researchers at UC San Diego have successfully engineered bacteria to produce octopus pigment, opening the door to revolutionary applications in sunscreen, cosmetics, paint, textiles and ...

A research team in South Korea has developed a soft robot named Octoid that can mimic the movement and behavior of an octopus in its natural habitat. The robot's "triple-in-one" system enables it to ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Cephalopods like octopuses, squid, and cuttlefish have the ...