One of the tiniest lizards

[littlemissmartypants]

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One of the world's tiniest lizards has been discovered by keen-eyed researchers in Madagascar.

The miniature chameleon, Brookesia micra, reaches a maximum length of just 29mm.

German scientists also found a further three new species in the north of the island.

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Much more at link

http://www.bbc.co.uk/nature/17028940

[opiate69]

1. And... now I want one...

I don't think my Jackson's Chameleon woud approve, though.

[eppur_se_muova]

3. That would probably depend on the flavor. nt

[littlemissmartypants]

4. I want a little family.

But better not. I think they'd qualify as contraband. Endangered, I believe. But Absolutely Adorable!!

[3catwoman3]

2. How completely...

...captivating.

The linked article says something about the researchers looking for them at night and calls them "easily overlooked." Indeed.

[littlemissmartypants]

5. I know. Remarkable.

Imagine the excitement during the initial discovery.

[3catwoman3]

6. I have always been enchanted by...

...smallness, in both living and non-living things.

I would love to see one of these mini-critters in the flesh.

[NickB79]

8. *Researcher looks at the bottom of his shoe*

"Hey guys, you know how easily overlooked these critters are? I have some bad news......."

[Judi Lynn]

7. So perfect. It doesn't seem possible it could be that tiny. Wonderful. n/t