Why is the chameleon very famous?

The chameleon creeps upon an insect. Suddenly, it shoots out its sticky tongue. The insect sticks to the tongue, and the chameleon has a tasty meal. The chameleon’s tongue is longer than its body. However it is the ability to change body colour that makes the chameleon famous. The chameleon can make the colour of the skin lighter or darker as needed. That is how it hides. Light level, temperature and the mood of the lizard can all affect the colour it takes on.

 Chameleons have remarkable toes. The toes grip the branch while the tail curls around a twig for extra support. This kind of tail is known as a prehensile tail. Sharp eyes help the chameleon to survive. The chameleon rotates its eyeballs independently in every direction. Once it has spotted its prey, it aims both eyes forward, and accurately estimates the distance to the target. Then it shoots out its long tongue for the catch.