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Skydiving Salamanders

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The wandering salamander lives in the canopies of the world's tallest trees.

When it needs to get away, the salamander skydives, using its tail and other limbs to control its flight orientation.

Incredibly, these salamanders can steer themselves in the air to ensure they land safely.

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