Sticky toes unlock life in the trees
Published Date: 8/5/2021
Source: phys.org
Many lizards are phenomenal climbers. Their sharp, curved claws are ideal for clinging to tree trunks, rocks and other rough surfaces. However, in the precarious world of tree tops—filled with slippery leaves and unstable branches—three peculiar groups of lizards possess a remarkable evolutionary accessory: sticky pads on their fingers and toes.