Painting bubble wrap godzilla scales is slow work, but it’ll be worth it in the end #gilamonster

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Look at that dramatic toe splay! The Upland Grass Anole has hind feet that are 80% toe, gripping leaf edges like tiny grappling hooks. It is the exact white-knuckle energy of a rock climber clinging to a micro-edge and refusing to fall. 🦎🧗

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