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 […]
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 […]
7 Truly Breathtaking Mammals
7 Truly Breathtaking Mammals We present to you our choice for a list of 7 Truly Breathtaking Mammals. Of course, any such list remains entirely subjective. Animals that we consider deserving of inclusion on this list might not agree with your own thoughts on the matter. Certainly, the sheer number of animal species existing in […]
Comet Moth
Source: https://bit.ly/2N4p6za Photographer: Sue Roehl CC License: https://bit.ly/1ryPA8o Comet Moth Facts The mesmerizing Comet Moth officially ranks as one of the largest types of silk moth known to man. To many people, it also remains one of the loveliest. This gorgeous Lepidoptera also displays a rather fascinating trait. The cocoons that this invertebrate spins for […]
Rosy Periwinkle
Source: http://bit.ly/1ObYSPC Photographer: Caitlyn Jackson Rosy Periwinkle Facts Firstly, the Rosy Periwinkle has far more to offer than just beauty. It forms a beautiful plant with incredible botanical usefulness. This stunning species also holds the unfortunate distinction of presently being quite rare and endangered. Secondly, its truly majestic beauty has another side effect. That holds […]
Fossa
Source: http://bit.ly/1GxkjO6 Photographer: Ran Kirlian CC License: http://bit.ly/2xLZ0ap Fossa Facts The Fossa constitutes a unique animal. Individuals actually combine many of the physical traits of civets, felines, and mongooses Rather surprisingly, its scientific name means hidden anus (from Greek). Cryptoprocta ferox lives only on the island of Madagascar. It remains secretive by nature and has not been […]
Lowland Streaked Tenrec
Source: https://bit.ly/2O8Xb0x Photographer: Frank Vassen CC License: https://bit.ly/2DuliCV Lowland Streaked Tenrec Facts The bizarre-looking Lowland Streaked Tenrec forms an extraordinarily unique species of Tenrec. The species has also developed several completely unique attributes Remarkably, it remains the only known mammal to generate sound by stridulation. Mothers use this as a means of communicating with their young. Also, it […]
Gray Mouse Lemur
Source: http://bit.ly/1i9nglT Photographer: Anni Hamalainen Gray Mouse Lemur Facts The Gray Mouse Lemur has something in common with homo sapiens, but it is something quite regrettable, however. Researchers trekking through the forests of western Madagascar found something rather disturbing. While looking for a radio-tagged female of the species (Microcebus murinus) they found a single male […]
Coconut Crab
Source: http://bit.ly/1mT5CFW Coconut Crab Facts The Coconut Crab is an extremely large species of terrestrial hermit crab. In fact, this animal remains the largest known land-dwelling arthropod on Earth. Further, the Coconut Crab has evolved a number of adaptations for a land-based life. The young use the discarded shells of gastropods for shelter. The adults develop a sturdy exoskeleton and […]
Kalanchoe
Source: http://bit.ly/2Sgnq3q Photo Credit: Forest and Kim Starr CC License: http://bit.ly/2IwGIlo Kalanchoe Facts First of all, the term Kalanchoe serves as the collective common name for an extensive genus of tropical, flowering succulents. Currently, scientists classify roughly 125 known species of plants within the group. However, many other species also presently remain under consideration for […]
