How do Octopus know what color they are when they camouflage?

Question

How do they learn what color and texture to turn into if they have no mirrors to see and adapt to?

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Answer 1

The chromatophore cells of the octopus can detect light – basically every individual cell can “see” without using their eyes. They’re able to detect what the environment looks like, and then mimic the colors and textures with their skin.