What color is a chameleon when it is not camouflaging? 0 13

Chameleons always have a certain coloration, as their skin contains chromatophores — pigment cells. The color of these lizards does not always serve for camouflage. Instead, it reflects the emotional state of the reptile and depends on whether the pigment cells are in a contracted or expanded state, as well as their location — close to the surface of the skin or deeper.

In rare moments when the influence of chromatophores is minimal, a chameleon will typically be light gray or grayish-beige. However, this can vary depending on the specific species, of which there are about two hundred.