Disappearing acts: amazing displays of camouflage

Nov 23rd, 2008 | By Laura Grant | Category: Conservation

The footage in this TED lecture by ocean exploration pioneer David Gallo of the way sea creatures can use colour and blend into their environment is truly astonishing.

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