Species

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*Sources for information and photos (unless they were taken by me) can be found at the bottom of each species profile or in photo captions.

A collection of animal species from around the world.

Reptile, Madagascar Alexander Julius Jensen Reptile, Madagascar Alexander Julius Jensen

Nosy Hara Leaf Chameleon

The Nosy Hara leaf chameleon, endemic to a tiny Malagasy islet, is one of the smallest chameleons in the world and one of the smallest of all known amniotes (reptiles, birds and mammals). Its maximum length is no more than 3 centimetres (~1.2 in) — about the size of a paper clip.

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Mammal, Madagascar Alexander Julius Jensen Mammal, Madagascar Alexander Julius Jensen

Madame Berthe's Mouse Lemur

Madame Berthe's mouse lemur is the smallest primate in the world. On average, it measures 10 centimetres (3.9 in) plus a 13-centimetre (5-in) tail and weighs just 33 grams (1.2 oz) — lighter than a golf ball.

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