A cataract is a clouding of the lens in your eye and normally occurs as part of the ageing process. When you develop a cataract, light is unable to pass directly through your lens to the retina, resulting in blurred vision. Cataracts are removed by surgery.
Smallest Size of Turtle Species. The prize for the smallest turtle species in the world goes to the speckled padloper tortoise (Homopus signatus). This tiny terrestrial turtle, also known as the speckled cape tortoise, travels along narrow trails and pathways in Namaqualand, South Africa. In fact, the term âpadloperâ means trail walker.
What is the smallest mammal on earth? Quick Answer. There are two contenders for the world's smallest mammal, depending on whether one is going by length or weight. The world's lightest mammal is the Etruscan shrew, while the shortest is Kitti's hog-nosed bat. Keep Learning.