They might not be an endangered species, but for the staff at Australia's Taronga Zoo, these veiled chameleon hatchlings are important ambassadors for conservation. The tiny tots, which are native to Yemen and Saudi Arabia, will mature within the year – and then they'll be able to show off a beautiful array of colours. "Veiled chameleons are a visually amazing species that we’re fortunate to have at Taronga," says reptile supervisor Michael McFadden. "While they’re not endangered, they do play an important educational role in helping us to get people excited about reptiles and reptile conservation." At just five centimetres long, the hatchlings are the first born at the zoo in over five years.
Image: Paul Fahy
Image: Paul Fahy
Image: Paul Fahy
Image: Paul Fahy
Image: Paul Fahy
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