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Scientists are baffled by these 6 glow-in-the-dark animals

Jan. 16, 2021

David Prötzel, Zoologische Staatssammlung München

A group of German scientists recently discovered a species of gecko has a surprising, hidden talent.

Under UV light, the web-footed gecko glows a bright fluorescent green around its eyes and down its sides.

David Prötzel, Zoologische Staatssammlung München

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