allcreatures:

The world’s smallest chameleon. The 29mm reptile is no bigger than the flies an average-sized chameleon would feed on. Scientists discovered four new species - called Brookesia micra - on a small islet just off the main island of Madagascar. This chameleon is now thought to be one of the smallest reptiles on the planet. Ted Townsend of San Diego State University, who carried out the genetic studies, said: “Their size suggests that chameleons might have evolved in Madagascar from small and inconspicuous ancestors, quite unlike the larger and more colourful chameleons most familiar to us today.î The newly discovered chameleons are only found in an area just a few square kilometers in size. Scientists believe they might be especially sensitive to habitat destruction. Picture: BARCROFT MEDIA

Luke Jerram’s Glass Microbiology

Miniature crown made of diatoms and butterfly scales, by someone very patient in 18th century Paris.

brianignacio:

Origami Dragon.

I’m on an origami dragon kick.  This one is insane.

This teeny purple origami dragon is just one of the many delightful teeny things in the origami bestiary of Anja Markiewicz.  A few other choice selections here.

Life-sized dinosaur skeleton made out of balloons. 

Click through for a bigger and better picture.  The legs are really amazing — they look just like chicken legs! 

(via Metafilter)

Flottille are tiny origami creations that fold or unfold in water.  Their moth-like movements are caused by capillary action.  Created by Etienne Cliquet, found via Metafilter.

If you are in San Francisco, you must go see Scott Weaver’s insane toothpick sculpture.  And if not, you can still watch this video.  Love how he mixes famous landmarks with personal memories (and a whale for good measure). 

Via Thought Catalog.