This Squid Glows… To Make Itself Invisible

The video explores the ingenious camouflage techniques of marine animals. In the ocean, traditional camouflage is challenging due to changing light and predator angles. The Look Down fish uses polarized light reflection to blend in, while schools of fish adjust their formation to minimize light flashes. In the twilight zone, glass squids use transparency and bioluminescence to avoid detection. These adaptations showcase how marine life has evolved to use light as a tool for concealment in a difficult environment.

What adaptation do glass squids have to avoid detection by predators?

Explain how the structure of photophores in glass squids aids in their camouflage.

In what ways have marine animals adapted to use light for camouflage in their environment?