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Sticking like sticky tape: tree frogs use friction forces to enhance attachment on overhanging surfaces

To live and clamber about in an arboreal habitat, tree frogs have evolved adhesive pads on their toes. In addition, they often have long and slender legs to facilitate not only long jumps, but also to bridge gaps between leaves when climbing. Both adhesive pads and long limbs are used in conjunction...

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Main Authors: Endlein, Thomas, Ji, Aihong, Samuel, Diana, Yao, Ning, Wang, Zhongyuan, Barnes, W. Jon P., Federle, Walter, Kappl, Michael, Dai, Zhendong
Format: Artigo
Sprog:Inglês
Udgivet: The Royal Society 2013
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Online adgang:https://ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3565734/
https://ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23325755
https://ncbi.nlm.nih.govhttp://dx.doi.org/10.1098/rsif.2012.0838
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