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Colorful Close-Up
A pet chameleon's close-up reveals the bright colors of its scaly skin. The common assumption that chameleons change color to blend into their surroundings isn't the whole story: The reptiles' showy skin also communicates information to its potential enemies or mates. This photo was submitted to Your Shot, our photo community on Instagram. Follow us on Instagram at @natgeoyourshot or visit us at natgeo.com/yourshot for the latest submissions and news about the community.