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The Scuba Diving Lizards Breathing By Bubble - Short Wave

The Scuba Diving Lizards Breathing By Bubble - Short Wave

Update: 2024-09-20
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What's scaly, striped and breathes underwater like a scuba diver? Water anoles! These lizards can form a bubble over their head to support breathing underwater. They're found in the tropical forests of southern Costa Rica.

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The Scuba Diving Lizards Breathing By Bubble - Short Wave

The Scuba Diving Lizards Breathing By Bubble - Short Wave