6 Animals That Change Colour in Winters

Dec 25, 2023, 10:38 IST

Vikrant Singh

1. Arctic Fox

These foxes have a white fur coat in winter to blend in with the snowy surroundings, while their fur turns brown or grey in the summer.

2. Ermine (Stoat)

In colder months, the ermine's brown fur transforms into a snowy white colour.

3. Snowshoe Hare

Snowshoe hares exhibit a seasonal colour change, transitioning from brown in the summers to a white coat in winters.

4. Ptarmigan

These birds change from a brownish hue in the summer to a pure white in winter, helping them stay hidden in their snowy habitats.

5. Peary Caribou

This caribou species develops a lighter coat in winter, adapting to the snowy Arctic landscape by turning white.

6. Chameleon

 While not specific to winter, some chameleon species can change colour based on temperature and light conditions.

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