This article was published in Scientific American’s former blog network and reflects the views of the author, not necessarily those of Scientific American Mimic octopuses (Thaumoctopus mimicus) have ...

In the natural world, survival often depends on deception. Some animals have evolved astonishing abilities to impersonate other species, fooling predators and prey alike. Hoverflies disguise ...

Deep under the sea, a real-life master of disguise lies in wait — take a look at the Mimic Octopus (Thaumoctopus mimicus), nature's ultimate chameleon. It can change shape to resemble many sea ...