Western Banded Gecko

It is a myth that geckos gnaw their own holes in the rock. They actually use dynamite.

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Polar Bear

How often do you get the chance to take a macro shot of a polar bear foot? This was taken about four inches away.

I do not recommend doing so outside of a zoo setting.

Originally posted at stories.starmind.org.

Red Ruffed Lemur

The cords on older models may no longer retract all the way.

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