Chortophaga
Scientific name: Chortophaga
Chortophaga
Scientific name: Chortophaga
Photo By Judy Gallagher , used under CC-BY-2.0 /Cropped and compressed from original Description
Members of the Chortophaga genus are fascinating for their ability to blend seamlessly into their surroundings, a survival tactic known as cryptic coloration. Commonly mistaken for ordinary grass, these creatures are actually adept at avoiding predators by mimicking the color and texture of their habitat.