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Gecko toes

Close up of Gecko toes on a black background.

In native geckos, the arrangement of the lamellae under the toes is different compared with most of their nearest relatives in Australia and New Caledonia. The lamellae are modified scales. They have microscopic bristles that help give gecko toes their gripping power.

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Rights: Acknowledgement: Associate Professor Alison Cree
Published: 31 January 2018Size: 36.31 KB
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