The setae on the bottom of most geckos’ feet are what give them their adhesive properties. Geckos can molecularly cling to a variety of surfaces thanks to these tiny hair-like structures, which are arranged in a thin pattern along the bottom of the feet.
We’re Redefining What It Means to be “Sticky”—And We’re Taking Lessons From Geckos
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