Kelimutu Facts Kelimutu stands out as a truly remarkable volcano. This marvel of geology is one of the few known volcanoes with 3 calderas. Plus, each of these holds a lake, and each has different colored water. The lakes only partially attain their colors as a result of the activities of the volcano. The volcanic gases emitted by fumaroles […]
Mycena Chlorophus
We present the extraordinary mushroom species known as Mycena Chlorophus. Despite what some might think, you have not been magically transported to the mythical world of Pandora. However, this mushroom does indeed (unlike other plants you know) emit a natural bioluminescence. Botanists first described this unique fungus in 1860. What a surprise they probably found […]
Draco Volans
After seeing the Draco Volans, one might think that dragons are real. This particular dragon, however, doesn’t breathe fire just yet so it’s not quite as dramatic as the dragons in Game of Thrones. Just like the Marine Iguana, this little dragon must be a relative of Khaleesi‘s children. Draco Volans constitutes a species of lizard native […]
Limnonectes larvaepartus
The recently discovered Limnonectes larvaepartus represents a unique species of frog. This newly recognized and rather remarkable animal species does not yet possess a common name. The diminutive amphibian remains endemic only to Sulawesi, Indonesia. It also serves as one of only four known species of frogs possessing fang-like teeth. All known species of this […]
Bali
Bali names an island and province of Indonesia, in Asia, and also includes a few smaller neighboring islands, notably Nusa Penida. The island sits at the westernmost end of the Lesser Sunda Islands. It lies between Java to the west and Lombok to the east. Bali also forms part of the Coral Triangle, the area with the highest biodiversity of marine species. […]
Orchid Mantis
The Orchid Mantis or Hymenopus coronatus is a creature which combines the qualities of a unique beauty with that of the deadly efficiency of a predator. This insect is popular for its brilliant coloring and a structure finely adapted for camouflage, mimicking parts of the orchid flower. The four walking legs resemble flower petals, the toothed front pair is used as […]
Javan Rhino
The Javan Rhino is the fourth rarest creature on earth. There are none in captivity and only 40 known left in the wild. Unfortunately, it is 1 of only 5 species of rhino left surviving and is likely to be extinct soon. They grow to an average of 10.5 feet (3.2 m) in length and […]
Mount Bromo
Mount Bromo is an active volcano, which is part of the Tengger massif, in East Java, Indonesia. It is not the tallest peak in the massif but is by the far the best known. It stands approximately 7,641 feet (2,329 m) in height. The massif is part of the Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park and sits in the […]
