20 photos demonstrating the talents of nature's creatures in the art of camouflage (21 photos)

Even the most ancient and luxurious treasuries of kings, pharaohs, and emperors cannot compare to the diversity of treasures found in nature.





All of her creations, from inconspicuous herbs to terrifying-looking animals, are truly incredible. Despite her studied and simple nature, Mother Nature has a wealth of tricks up her sleeves. This is demonstrated by her creations' ability to disguise themselves as something other than what they actually are. Most often, this is driven by the need to preserve life. But cases of genetic mutations and simple accidents are not uncommon, proving how many discoveries and surprises await us ahead.

1. Can you identify my variety?



2. Pumpkin or orange, that is the question





3. The pebble that pretended to be French Baguette



4. Run, tree, run!



5. Blonde or brunette?



6. A pumpkin that looks incredibly like a kiwi



7. Craving some chocolate-covered donuts?



8. Even though he's not a zebra, he's still a cutie! Stripier than a mattress



9. An amazing magnolia that looks like a bird



10. Even the dog was surprised at how cleverly this tree camouflages itself Spruce



11. The bug's coloring resembles an African ritual mask.



12. The stone depicts a sad, half-eaten potato



13. We emerge from the shadows and quickly leave.



14. I am a beautiful peacock, not some banal one. Root vegetable



15. Cherry tomatoes didn't get their name for nothing.



16. Speak louder, the mushroom can't hear you.



17. By appearance, a leaf, and Actually, it's an insect.



18. A fish disguised as a stone



19. Do you see a bird or a branch?



20. The orchid mantis is indistinguishable from the flower.