Caracal Facts Firstly, while often confused with the Lynx, the rather gorgeous Caracal actually bears a closer relationship to other felines. However, unlike other wild felines, this beautiful animal has, sadly, been tamed and used for hunting for thousands of years. Also setting it apart from related species is the fact that it still, for […]
Wonderful Wild Cats of the World
Wonderful Wild Cats of the World In the minds of many, the felines of the world rank among the most beautiful and awesome of all the creatures in Nature. This extends equally to the wild relatives of our beloved household pets. These wild felines come in a wide range of sizes and appearances and inhabit […]
10 Extraordinary Reptiles
10 Extraordinary Reptiles Our wonderful world hosts an astonishing array of life. Not to be outdone in this is the reptiles. These remarkable creatures come in all shapes, sizes, and colors. They also live in virtually all parts of the globe. Some find them fascinating, while others fear them. Regardless of what one may think […]
Phyllium siccifolium
Phyllium siccifolium Facts Phyllium siccifolium names a type of leaf insect which has no acknowledged common name. It was, in fact, the first species of leaf insect recognized. Like all species of this rather unusual and distinctive type of insect and many related species, it remains a master of camouflage. This quite remarkable, and visually appealing, invertebrate […]
Lion Tailed Macaque
Source: http://bit.ly/1pvrPgb Photo Credit: indianaturewatch.net Lion Tailed Macaque Facts Firstly, the Lion Tailed Macaque is a rather small species of macaque. The animal also ranks among the rarest and most highly endangered of all primates. Secondly, a recent investigation by the IUCN places its estimated numbers at no more than 3,000 still remaining in the wild. […]
Fingered Citron
Fingered Citron Facts Fingered Citron serves as the unusual common name a fragrant variety of citrus fruit originally endemic to a rather restricted range in Asia. This visually rather distinctive plant remains famous for its incredible fragrance. In fact, many people in Japan and China often use it to perfume rooms and clothing. The fruit […]
King Cobra
King Cobra Facts The truly impressive King Cobra remains the longest known species of venomous snake ever discovered by modern man. Despite its great length, it remains rather surprisingly light. Although the name is deceptive, it is not a true cobra. It actually forms the sole member of its own distinct genus, with no other […]
Fishing Cat
Fishing Cat Facts The Fishing Cat serves as the common name for this species of animal. It remains a medium-sized wildcat, endemic to South Asia and Southeast Asia. Over the course of the last decade, its numbers dwindled dramatically. In 2008 the IUCN classified the Fishing Cat as Endangered, as a result. The principal reason […]
Reticulated Python
Reticulated Python Facts The truly amazing Reticulated Python names a large species of python. Though not the most heavily built, it ranks among the longest snakes on earth. Just as with other pythons, it also feeds as a constrictor and has no venom. Grown adults become more than powerful enough to kill a human being. […]
Cantor’s Giant Softshell Turtle
Cantor’s Giant Softshell Turtle Facts The Cantor’s Giant Softshell Turtle ranks as one of the largest extant species of turtle known to man. This rather unique animal also bears the name of Theodore Edward Cantor. Also, much confusion exists concerning the exact maximum size of this turtle. This species spends approximately 95% of life buried […]
