Peapix

  • Bing Gallery
  • Extension
Peapix
Bing Gallery
Extension
  • United Kingdom
    All
    Australia Canada China Germany France India Japan Spain United Kingdom United States Italy Brazil

Bing Gallery

Australia Canada China Germany France India Japan Spain United Kingdom United States Italy Brazil
  1. Bing Gallery
  2. United Kingdom
  3. 2025
  4. May 09
  5. Common chameleon
arrow_back_ios Common chameleon

May 09, 2025

Common chameleon

© Photostock-Israel/SPL/Getty Image

Blending in and standing out. International Chameleon Day

One moment they're blending in, the next they're flaunting a new shade—chameleons really know how to colour the world. But every May 9, these masters of disguise can't hide from the spotlight. International Chameleon Day celebrates their colour-shifting skills, zippy tongues and wild adaptations. With over 200 species found in diverse habitats, these reptiles don't change colour to match their background. Instead, their shifting shades help regulate body temperature, attract mates and communicate with others. Specialised skin cells, including iridophores, reflect light to create dazzling displays. Some species turn bright to signal aggression, while others adopt subdued tones to avoid attention.

A chameleon's eyes move independently, scanning for predators or prey. With 360-degree vision and a lightning-fast sticky tongue, they're stealthy hunters and agile escape artists. Their zygodactylous feet (two toes forward, two toes back) and prehensile tails give them an iron grip, making them expert climbers in tricky treetops. So, today, whether you stand out or fade in, take a moment to appreciate these incredible creatures.

plant flower butterfly insect invertebrate

Related Images

Plumeria flowers, Hawaii, United StatesPlumeria flowers, Hawaii, United States
Formal Château de Villandry, Loire Valley, FranceFormal Château de Villandry, Loire Valley, France
Zion National Park, Utah, United StatesZion National Park, Utah, United States
Kachina Bridge, Natural Bridges National Monument, Utah, United StatesKachina Bridge, Natural Bridges National Monument, Utah, United States
National Cherry Blossom Festival, Washington, DC, United StatesNational Cherry Blossom Festival, Washington, DC, United States
Tree frog, Costa RicaTree frog, Costa Rica
Superbloom in Carrizo Plain National Monument, California, United StatesSuperbloom in Carrizo Plain National Monument, California, United States
Female black-naped monarch nestingFemale black-naped monarch nesting

Today on Bing

Tulips at Emirgan Park in Istanbul, Türkiye

Tulips at Emirgan Park in Istanbul, Türkiye

May 09, 2024
The Yorkshire Dales, UK

The Yorkshire Dales, UK

May 09, 2023
View of Göreme from an observation deck, Göreme National Park, Cappadocia, Turkey

View of Göreme from an observation deck, Göreme National Park, Cappadocia, Turkey

May 09, 2022
Sunset over Buttermere, Lake District, Cumbria

Sunset over Buttermere, Lake District, Cumbria

May 09, 2021
Barn owl sitting on a branch

Barn owl sitting on a branch

May 09, 2020
Zebras in Serengeti National Park, Tanzania

Zebras in Serengeti National Park, Tanzania

May 09, 2019

Related Tags

plant outdoor flower grass mountain nature sky landscape tree valley canyon cloud rock hill escarpment hillside badlands overlooking distance animal
Share photo
Share
Pin
Tweet
Line
  • © 2025 Peapix.com
  • API
  • App
  • Privacy
The images are provided for wallpaper use only.