The Flap-necked Chameleon is the most widespread species of the family in South and East Africa. They are capable of amazingly fast colour changes.

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The Flap-necked Chameleon is the most widespread species of the family in Southern and Eastern Africa. They are capable of amazingly fast colour changes to adapt to their surroundings.

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Location: Ruaha National Park Tanzania
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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