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A Chameleon's Tongue Can Reach Twice Its Body Length

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When your primary defense mechanism is moving at the speed of a rusty tractor, your tongue better be impressive. A chameleon can launch its sticky tongue at lightning speeds to a distance up to twice its own body length, effectively turning its mouth into a biological sniper rifle.

A Chameleon's Tongue Can Reach Twice Its Body Length
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