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In recompense, our LBM handlers would like to show a behind-the-scenes image of what it's like to take care of these wonderful creatures. Enjoy!

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After months of extensive investigation and analysis of the Ectohominfans Minimus (commonly known as the "Little Baby Man"), the researchers at the Institute of Little Guy Research (ILGR) has released this handy guide to further the public's education and understanding of this remarkable and elusive creature.

A very astute observation!

While ILGR has not found any evidence of chromatophores, LBMs do have an incredible ability to adapt to their surroundings. In most creatures of the animal kingdom, fast-paced evolution can take place in the span of a few generations - but LBMs seem to evolve within their own lifetime!

It has been unfortunately rare to find individuals outside of the Common variation of LBM. ILGR has been able to conduct field research and behavioral studies, but has yet to fully understand the inner workings of LBMs. In the future, we may indeed find evidence of specialized cells in LBMs that allow these changes. For now, though, it simply remains another mystery of these amazing creatures!

Thank you for your question!

We hope this information qualifies as an answer, but if you would like further clarification or have another question, please don't hesitate to message us!

Another quick update on our favorite littlest employee - Mrrpy!

Additionally, this image is a lovely example of an LBM's penchant for turning translucent when under duress! (Don't worry, though - Mrrpy is just being dramatic!)

It's very similar! LBMs actually do loaf in other ways, too - much like a house cat. Here is a quick guide to recognizing LBM "loafs" and what they imply about that LBM's current mental status. We hope this answers your question!

Exciting news!

ILGR has gained its first permanent resident! He will be introduced to his new habitat soon - keep an eye out for updates!

In the meantime, ILGR is asking the public to submit names for this little guy! What should we call him? Please submit your name ideas via the "Comments" button on this post.

Science in Action: Blobbing

Take a look at the above photo! This is an example of a behavior we call "blobbing," where an LBM's corporeal form seems to "drip" upwards! While it may look like they're melting, they're actually not losing any mass.

We're still studying this phenomenon, but we've concluded it's a behavior shown when an LBM is intensely happy. In this photo, you can see our resident LBM enjoying his favorite treat, and spending some "office time" with his handlers.

Fun fact: This image is also an example of the artifacting effect commonly seen in photos of LBMs. They are referred to as "flares," and are somewhat similar to the effect intense radiation has on camera photos. We have yet to understand what causes them.

ILGR is back!

We apologize for our recent absence from the public sphere. Our 2025 construction project hit a few financial snags, but lucky for us, a local entrepreneur — and LBM enthusiast — stepped up! As a show of gratitude, we've decided to rename our new lab in honor of said patron. Masters Hall will be revealed to the public soon!

In the meantime, we here at ILGR want to thank you. Without your continued interest and support, ILGR likely wouldn't continue to exist. It's citizen scientists like yourself that have spread so much awareness and knowledge to the greater public, and are the sole reason for bringing LBMs to the forefront of scientific research. So thanks for sticking around while we were gone! We (really) couldn't do it without you!

As for Mrrpy, he's doing great in his new enclosure! ILGR also has a surprise for both him and you! So stay tuned!

Further ILGR updates to come soon!