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Chameleons change color primarily to communicate and regulate temperature, not just to camouflage.

Why it is true

Their skin contains nanocrystals that reflect light. By adjusting the spacing between these crystals, they change color to signal mood, attract mates, or absorb more heat.

Source: Biology

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