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January 2008 PMID 18232740

Selection for social signalling drives the evolution of chameleon colour change.

Devi Stuart-Fox, Adnan Moussalli

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26
Peak: 1 in May 2018
across 6 sources since May 2018

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190,456
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8,190

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May 2018 – Jun 2023

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

The discussions reflect a positive reception to the article's emphasis on social signaling, with phrases like 'evolution favors visibility for communication' and critiques pointing out that colour changes are responses to environmental stimuli, not manipulated images, indicating an overall interest and moderate engagement with the research's implications.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the research supports the idea that chameleon colour change is mainly for social signaling, reflecting general agreement with the publication's findings.

InterestHigh interest

Posts demonstrate high interest, with mentions of social signals, mating, and territorial displays indicating engagement with the topic.

EngagementModerate engagement

Some posts engage critically with the content or provide additional context, such as clarifying how colour changes are responses to temperature or displays, showing a modest depth of engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest moderate perceived impact, mainly emphasizing the importance of social signaling in evolution and clarifying misconceptions about camouflage.

Abstract in brief

  • Rapid colour change in chameleons has evolved primarily to serve as conspicuous social signals during mating and rival interactions rather than for camouflage against predators.
  • Studies of southern African dwarf chameleons show that those with the most dramatic colour changes use highly contrasting signals that stand out against their environment and body regions, supporting social communication over camouflage.
  • Visual models indicate neither chameleons nor their predators perceive these colour changes as cryptic, reinforcing the idea that evolution favors visibility for social signaling rather than concealment.]
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John P. Friel, Ph.D.
@friel.bsky.social · Bluesky

Fish Fact of the Day.

Jun 17, 2023 · 22 likes · 5 shares View post →
Juliana Masseloux
@masselouxgarou · X

@elnarrador @Metalgalamoth @plexaleOK Este video está manipulado digitalmente. Los camaleones no funcionan así: sus cambios de color son respuestas a la temperatura o señales de exhibiciones territoriales o de apareamiento. Un ejemplo: https://t.co/Sn30Lhlpw5

Nov 17, 2020 · 1 like · 428 followers View post →

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John P. Friel, Ph.D.
@friel.bsky.social · Bluesky

Fish Fact of the Day.

Jun 17, 2023 · 22 likes · 5 shares View post →
Chameleon the Chamillionaire
@chameleontheCh1 · X

26/28 5. Stuart-Fox, D., & Moussalli, A. (2008). Selection for social signalling drives the evolution of Chameleon Colour Change. PLoS Biology, 6(1). https://t.co/l8BWAbrLRx

Dec 14, 2022 View post →
Juliana Masseloux
@masselouxgarou · X

@elnarrador @Metalgalamoth @plexaleOK Este video está manipulado digitalmente. Los camaleones no funcionan así: sus cambios de color son respuestas a la temperatura o señales de exhibiciones territoriales o de apareamiento. Un ejemplo: https://t.co/Sn30Lhlpw5

Nov 17, 2020 · 1 like · 428 followers View post →