Source: http://bit.ly/29ei0D2 Photo: Michael Clarke CCL: https://bit.ly/3dxeFPE Tristan da Cunha Facts Related Articles Tristan da Cunha Physical Description The stark, pristine formation of geological processes known as Tristan da Cunha clearly deserves full appreciation. That holds true for both the main island and the namesake archipelago. Sheer physical size, however, doesn’t qualify as one of […]
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Atlantic Spotted Dolphin
Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Facts Related Articles Atlantic Spotted Dolphin Physical Description The coloring of the Atlantic Spotted Dolphin changes dramatically as the individual matures. Yet, calves are born almost uniformly gray. Further, the species does not display a noticeable degree of sexual dimorphism. Meanwhile, once weaned, the animal begins to develop the characteristic spots. As […]
Fiddler Ray
Fiddler Ray Facts Related Articles Fiddler Ray Physical Description Perhaps most notably, the pectoral fins of the gorgeous Fiddler Ray develop a slightly different appearance than those of its numerous related species. That’s because the body appears more rounded and shorter than those of other varieties of guitarfish. Unlike some similar creatures found throughout the […]
Red Canyon
Red Canyon Facts Related Articles Source: https://bit.ly/2Js4Sgb Public Domain Image Red Canyon Physical Description The striking Red Canyon measures about 9 mi (14.5 km) long and also presents an extremely wide variety of terrain along its length. In addition, both the floor and walls of canyon consist almost entirely of red sandstone. Also, erosion has […]
Erta Ale
Source: http://bit.ly/2SHWE5f Photo: Jan Markiewicz CCL: http://bit.ly/2IjEG4n Erta Ale Facts Related Articles Source: http://bit.ly/1kvVYr4 Photo: Hervé Sthioul CCL: https://bit.ly/3jx2c2r Erta Ale Physical Description The eerily magnificent Erta Ale constitutes an indescribably unique location. In some ways itforms an incontrovertibly unique formation. It therefore draws a great deal of interest for its natural wonders. The site […]
Buckskin Gulch
Buckskin Gulch Facts Related Articles Source: http://bit.ly/2EQkhnb Photo: Bureau of Land Management CCL: http://bit.ly/2xQPH8p Buckskin Gulch Physical Description Most notably, perhaps, the breathtaking Buckskin Gulch measures more than 13 mi (21 km) in length. The walls of this amazing site also consist primarily of sandstone, and the depth of the slot canyon varies with the […]
Desert Locust
Desert Locust Facts Related Articles Desert Locust Physical Description Most notably, the seemingly unstoppable Desert Locust remains visually no different from countless related species. Furthermore, this insect, and related species, are simply grasshoppers with swarming patterns of behavior. In appearance, it actually remains rather ordinary. Further, its coloring consists of random patterns of green, brown, […]
Abronia macrocarpa
Abronia macrocarpa Facts Related Articles Abronia macrocarpa Physical Description Firstly, the Abronia macrocarpa appears to be a moderate sized perennial species. The stems of this species also grow roughly vertically. Each individual specimen attains an average height of roughly 20 in (50 cm). Further, the leaves average about 2 in (5 cm) in length and […]
Reticulated Python
Reticulated Python Facts Related Articles Source: http://bit.ly/1qYSbbH Photo: Mariluna CCL: http://bit.ly/2IjEG4n Reticulated Python Physical Description Most notably, the Reticulated Python fully earns its designation as the longest snake known to man. To the amazement of some, exceptional adult specimens sometimes approach 23 ft (7 m) in length. These truly gigantic individuals do not occur often, […]
Binturong
Binturong Facts Related Articles Binturong Physical Description The Binturong only displays a rather moderate degree of sexual dimorphism. The females of this species average roughly 20% larger in size than the males. The body of this animal typically grows heavy and long, and the legs stay comparatively short. The fur develops thick and consists of […]
