The Scuba Diving Lizards Breathing By Bubble

Short Wave

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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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.

Want more critter stories? Email us at shortwave@npr.org — we'd love to hear your thoughts!

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2024-09-20 8 min
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