We sincerely hope that you enjoy this article about 5 Stunning Asian Lepidoptera. Insects such as these represent some of the most colorful and beautiful species on the planet. Of course, these 5 do not even scratch the surface of the more than 180,000 known varieties of Lepidoptera in the world today. But, we hope […]
7 Unbelievable Amphibians
7 Unbelievable Amphibians Here are our choices for 7 Unbelievable Amphibians. The Order of amphibians contains about 7,000 known species. Of these, roughly 90% are either frogs or toads. These amazing animals primarily live in either temperate or tropical environments. Many of the various species also play pivotal roles in their respective habitats. Some of […]
Stinging Nettle Caterpillar
Stinging Nettle Caterpillar Facts The Stinging Nettle Caterpillar represents the common name for the caterpillar form of a moth in the superfamily Zygaenoidea. Scientists currently recognize roughly distinct species with this rather impressive superfamily of beautiful moths. However, additions to the family also remain under consideration. The rather impressive looking nettles for which the different […]
Borneo Bay Cat
Borneo Bay Cat Facts Most notably, the Borneo Bay Cat remains an extremely reclusive wildcat. No sightings occur outside of its native forest. It actually appears to be the Howard Hughes of the feline world. This remarkable mammal also forms an extremely rare species of wildcat. In 2002, the IUCN classified this species as Endangered. […]
Bornean Flat Headed Frog
Bornean Flat Headed Frog Facts Firstly, the truly fascinating Bornean Flat Headed Frog is an extremely unusual species of frog. Scientists place the unusual animal in the Bombinatoridae family. Secondly, it only appears to be a normal frog. Yet, this astounding creature actually has one dramatic difference distinguishing it from its relatives. This animal remains […]
Flat Headed Cat
Flat Headed Cat Facts The truly remarkable and unique Prionailurus planiceps, also known as the Flat Headed Cat, represents yet another extremely rare variety of wild feline. Consequently, the IUCN currently lists it as Endangered, and habitat loss serves as the primary threat to its existence. Estimates of its current population place the number of […]
Marbled Cat
Marbled Cat Facts The Marbled Cat is an extremely reclusive species of small wild cat endemic to a severely restricted range. The IUCN lists this truly amazing rare mammal officially as Vulnerable, pending further evaluation of its numbers. In fact, evidence indicates that fewer than ten thousand individuals may remain surviving, presenting fears of extinction. The primary […]
Giant Atlas Moth
Giant Atlas Moth Facts Perhaps most notably, the aptly named Giant Atlas Moth ranks as one of the largest species of Lepidoptera in the world. In point of fact, only one known species possesses a greater wingspan. Meanwhile, another species has a slightly greater surface area. Quite understandably, its common name derives from the famous […]
Rafflesia arnoldii
Rafflesia arnoldii Facts Rafflesia arnoldii represents the plant with the largest known single bloom on earth. Its common name is the Corpse Flower. That’s because it typically generates a very strong smell usually considered to be akin to that of rotting meat to attract insects. In fact, Rafflesia is actually a parasitic plant which attaches […]
