Tongues that mimic worms, throw venomous harpoons, and move faster than the eye can blink- Tongues are versatile little organs and these are some of the best ones in the animal kingdom!

Our guest today is evolutionary biologist and herpetology enthusiast JP Lawrence.  Give him a follow on instagram to see some of his gorgeous wildlife photography!
JP Lawrence (@jplawrencephoto) • Instagram photos and videos

Content Warning: Mild language

Our animal candidates:
Alligator Snapping Turtle
Ribbon Worm
Flamingo
Giant Anteater
Chameleon
Cone Snail

See some of these tongues in action!
Alligator Snapping Turtle tongue lure! Video - YouTube
The Proboscis Worm's Mouth of Horrors - YouTube
Giant Anteater Gets New Transparent Feeding Tubes To Showcase Her Tongue Skills | The Zoo - YouTube
Watch These Cunning Snails Stab and Swallow Fish Whole | Deep Look - YouTube
How do Chameleon Tongues work? (In Slow Motion) | Smarter Every Day 180 - YouTube

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