What’s Lizard van Gogh?
Has a lizard been discovered that can paint like Vincent van Gogh - the famous Dutch artist? ???? Nope! Lizards can’t paint!
Instead, researchers found a new gecko (a type of lizard) species in Tamil Nadu whose body colour can remind people of van Gogh's classic painting, "The Starry Night."
This species has been named Cnemaspis vangoghi, or Van Gogh starry gecko, in honour of the Dutch painter.
Vincent van Gogh - the legendary painter!
Vincent van Gogh, born in 1853, was a famous Dutch painter known for his amazing self-portraits, colourful flower paintings, and beautiful landscapes. He's said to be one of the greatest painters ever.
His work has inspired many people, and his paintings are kept in famous museums.
The beauty of nature!
Nature is the best artist, effortlessly creating stunning natural images, from the snow-capped mountains to beautiful sunsets and lush green fields.
We're all amazed by nature's beauty and its ability to create beautiful things, even tiny creatures like the recently discovered gecko.
This discovery reminds us to appreciate the beauty around us.
