Geckos could hold the key to next-gen lenses

Researchers calculated the nocturnal helmet gecko's cone vision was more than 350 times more sensitive than a human's, which may create better cameras and contact lenses

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There’s a lot more to the Gecko than a cute little acrobatic creature that has sticky feet and can walk up walls. The helmet gecko - a nocturnal lizard - is among a few living creatures that can see colors at night. The trick to this unique characteristic is a series of distinct concentric zones of different refractive powers, according to a recent study published by the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology. The research team hopes these studies may provide insight into creating better cameras and contact lenses.

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