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guppiecat ([personal profile] guppiecat) wrote2014-10-08 01:01 pm

Malagasy Giant Chameleon (Furcifer oustaleti)

Malagasy Giant Chameleon (Furcifer oustaleti)_3

Chameleons can change their skin pattern. While often used for protective camouflage, this particular chameleon is illustrating a drought map to raise awareness about climate change.

pameladean: chalk-fronted corporal dragonfly (Libellula julia)

[personal profile] pameladean 2014-10-08 06:54 pm (UTC)(link)
Wow, I think those markings around the eye must indicate differing degrees of moisture retention in crop circles.

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[identity profile] skylarker.livejournal.com 2014-10-10 03:11 pm (UTC)(link)
Chameleons don't get enough credit for their socio-political consciousness.