Seychelles Sheath-Tailed Bat Facts Clearly, the distinctly fascinating, albeit comparatively small, Seychelles Sheath-Tailed Bat elegantly proves that physical size remains irrelevant. Sadly, the amazing animal also currently officially ranks as one of the rarest creatures known to science. Bats of all kinds, further classify as mammals placed within the Family Chiroptera. These truly remarkable creatures also […]
Whale Shark
Whale Shark Facts Although its bears the scientific name of Rhincodon typus, we know this magnificent animal as The Whale Shark. That common name fits the incredible species perfectly, since it represents the largest known variety of fish in the world. Therefore, the common name refers partly to its great size, since the creature bears […]
Okapi
Okapi Facts Most notably, the truly remarkable Okapi appears on most lists as the 9th rarest creature on Earth. The animal also, unfortunately, only inhabits a highly specific and limited region. Furthermore, many experts consider the remarkable animal to be what is known as a living fossil. They have this opinion due to the fact […]
Tongue Eating Louse
Tongue Eating Louse Facts Though obviously, the Tongue Eating Louse would constitute a less than appealing creature for most people, scientifically speaking it forms a remarkable adaptation. This remains an ocean-dwelling species of louse, inhabiting most warm oceans. As its name implies, it enters the mouth of a fish and bites the tongue. The louse attaches itself to the […]
Albatross
Albatross Facts Most notably, the gorgeous Albatross ranks as an extremely large, sea-going bird. That ranking occurs because its wingspan is the second greatest of any bird. Only the Andean Condor slightly exceeds it. Of further interest is the fact that it remains a highly agile flier, despite its great size. Because of this, the […]
Rhea
Rhea Facts Most notably, in terms of height, the incredible Rhea ranks as the third largest bird in the world. That occurs because the creature follows only its distant relatives, the ostrich and emu, in terms of sheer physical size. Further, only three extant species of this animal currently remain recognized by scientists. Formerly, the […]
Naked Mole Rat
Naked Mole Rat Facts Firstly, many people consider the fascinating Naked Mole Rat to be among the least visually appealing creatures on Earth. However, it nevertheless remains a remarkable animal. This is true due to, among other reasons, the fact that it has evolved an unprecedented characteristic. This amazing creature is completely incapable of feeling […]
Ocelot
Ocelot Facts Perhaps most notably, the short term of Ocelot serves as the generally accepted common name of a truly stunning species of wildcat. Despite its size, however, the scientific name for the animal aptly points out its relationship with larger felines. That holds true due to the fact that this name remains the impressive, […]
