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 […]
Boojum Tree
Boojum Tree Facts Firstly, the unique and fascinating Boojum Tree has a highly distinctive nature, which makes it stand out from other species. However, it also has an extremely limited range of habitation, making its continued survival a matter of concern. But, for the moment, its numbers remain sufficient to maintain its population, therefore, the […]
9 Truly Magnificent Mantises
We present to you our choice of 9 Truly Magnificent Mantises. The mantis, or praying mantis, as it is known to many, ranks as one of the supreme predators in the insect world. Yet this amazing creature, in many instances, also ranks as among the most beautiful. In it, Nature has combined the efficiency of […]
Yeti Crab
Yeti Crab Facts Rather understandably, this highly unusual crustacean bears the common name of Yeti Crab. First discovered in 2005, the fascinating animal now ranks as one of the most unusual types of crustaceans known to man. It also has highly specific habitat requirements, which makes it of great interest to many researchers. Further, the […]
6 Amazing South American Species
Here we present to you our choice for 6 Amazing South American Species. Every portion of our beautiful world plays host to a variety of life, and this region is certainly no exception. This region teems with life in myriad forms. Many of those amaze us, to be certain, but we have only listed a […]
Mary River Turtle
Mary River Turtle Facts The remarkable Mary River Turtle represents a highly unusual variety of reptile, as you can see for yourself. In addition to being rather different from many other turtles, it bears the distinction of not being identified until in 1994. Sadly, this distinctive species also has an extremely restricted range of habitation, […]
Colorado Columbine
Colorado Columbine Facts This rather gorgeous plant bears the somewhat deceptive common name of Colorado Columbine. Its endemic range does rate as highly restricted but does extend to regions other than just Colorado. However, despite the fact that it inhabits an extremely limited area, it does not yet show on the IUCN Red List. The […]
Vaquita
Vaquita Facts The remarkable Vaquita represents a rather unique member of the family containing porpoises. In addition, in terms of size, it remains the smallest of all ocean-dwelling forms of cetacean. Sadly, it also currently ranks as the most highly endangered type of cetacean known to man. Also, as of March 2018, the known population […]
Diving Bell Spider
Diving Bell Spider Facts The astounding Diving Bell Spider remains the only known arachnid to spend its life nearly completely under the water. This remarkable arthropod only surfaces to refresh its supply of air and to occasionally bring prey to the surface. Also, its bite does not appear to pose a serious threat to humans. […]
9 of the Weirdest Animals on Earth
9 of the Weirdest Animals on Earth Here we present to you our choice of 9 of the Weirdest Animals on Earth. Naturally, with an estimated 1-2 million animal species in the world, this list barely scratches the surface of those considered weird. And even that label remains entirely subjective, we know. If you have […]
