Lovely Water - Velvet Gecko Wood Print

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"Ahhhh, lovely water!" this recently misted, young northern velvet gecko seems to be saying as it extends its tongue to lick a droplet that is clinging to its nose. This particular Australian lizard, native to Queensland, is an amelanistic Oedura castelnaui. Its very light coloration is due to amelanism, a hereditary condition which affects the body's ability to produce melanins (dark pigments).

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I use my camera to explore the world around me and as a basis for creative expression. Because I live in Nebraska, I have a fondness for rural scenes that will be evident as you explore my images, but I enjoy traveling and have many other interests as well. I hope you enjoy your visit. All photographs and images in this portfolio are copyrighted and owned by the artist, Nikolyn McDonald. All rights reserved. Copying and/or distributing these images without my permission is strictly prohibited. You can contact me using this site's e-mail feature. You are invited to like my Facebook page.