yung mga poison dart frogs are critically endangered, and some of these species are already extinct, due to massive deforestation in mexico and central america...

na-amaze ako sa liger at sa tigon... meron pa talaga nun? kasi i just thought na it would be generally sterile (parang tulad sa mule na cross between a donkey & a horse=but not at all cases lamang), pero yun pala hindi... that's nice, kasi it would lead to further speciation, which will increase the planet's diversity!:D

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chrizd said:
The Deep Sea Trouser Snake:


via

It's a natural alternative for all the ladies out there. lols

The Giant Coconut Crab:



It's the largest arthropod. It's noctural and it's sometimes called a Palm Thief mainly because it snags coconuts in the dead of the night.

Can you guys withstand what this guy is doing?


>_<

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ang galing naman ng tatoo na yan, parang totoo...

Percula Clownfish ( Amphiprion Percula )



The Clownfish is supposed to be on of the cutest fish in the world. It is approximately 6 cm (2.4 inches) long with a weight of only few grams. It has got a typical body shape with a vivid orange-white-black coloration.
It has got a bright orange-brown body with 3 irregular shaped white stripes. The first one is just behind its eyes whereas the last one is situated on the tail fin. It has got tiny black eyes. It is distributed in western and eastern part of the Pacific Ocean. Understandably these bright fishes can be also found in plenty of aquariums all around the world as well. The spawns can be found on clear corals or rocks. Before the birth both parents take care of the laid eggs.
Amphiprion percula has got a very useful and worth symbiosis with the sea anemone. This anemone obtains a huge number of stingy cells. These cells are located on the sea anemone’s tentacles. The cells contain a highly poisonous substance which may cause even death to some fishes. That means that a subtle touch/sting may be lethal for plenty of fishes. Most of the fishes’ skin obtains glutathione, which is the amino-acid in the fish’s skin, and this substance triggers the sea anemone’s cells. Fortunately the clownfish lacks this substance therefore they are immune to its stings. In case of emergency or an attack the clownfish hide inside the sea anemone, which protects them. Other fish which are vulnerable to its stings end up their lives as a sea anemone’s food.
On the other hand the sea anemone has also got a benefit from the clownfish. They eat food debris located on the anemone’s surface. This debris would be otherwise harmful to the sea anemone because of the bacteria. Besides debris the clownfish also feed on sea plankton.

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chrizd said:

This creature is unknown to date. It has all its body enveloped with a muscular flesh. It is not only weird at its appearance, but also has an ugly look that no one will wish to rear it as a pet. It likes to lay its body upon a bulk in a cool and moist place.

See some more weird looking animals here at www.scienceray.com

Looks like a frog. A very sad frog. Nalungkot siguro sa sariling identity crisis.

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kunwari astig na sig ang binabasa mo.

Turritopsis nutricula: the world's only 'immortal' creature.



Jellyfish usually die after propagating but Turritopsis reverts to a sexually immature stage after reaching adulthood and is capable of rejuvenating itself.

The 4-5mm diameter creature, technically known as a hydrozoan, is the only known animal that is capable of reverting to its juvenile polyp state.

Theoretically, this cycle can repeat indefinitely, rendering it potentially immortal.

timesonline.co.uk

Cool info huh?

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cool thread.... very informative.. lalo na para sa mga tulad kong ignoramus! hehehe!

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“Uncertainty and mystery are energies of life. Don't let them scare you unduly, for they keep boredom at bay and spark creativity.”
R. I. Fitzhenry

took this picture at Chicago, Brooklyn Zoo.

Polar Bear





Polar bears roam the Arctic ice sheets and swim in that region's coastal waters. They are very strong swimmers, and their large front paws, which they use to paddle, are slightly webbed. Some polar bears have been seen swimming hundreds of miles from land—though they probably cover most of that distance by floating on sheets of ice.

Polar bears live in one of the planet's coldest environments and depend on a thick coat of insulated fur, which covers a warming layer of fat. Fur even grows on the bottom of their paws, which protects against cold surfaces and provides a good grip on ice. The bear's stark white coat provides camouflage in surrounding snow and ice. But under their fur, polar bears have black skin—the better to soak in the sun's warming rays


PS:
sensya na sa picture, mukhang d maganda yong pose.

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next still from Brooklyn Zoo.

Bison









Bison, symbolic animals of the Great Plains, are often mistakenly called buffaloes. By any name, they are formidable beasts and the heaviest land animals in North America.

Bison stand some 5 to 6.5 feet (1.5 to 2 meters) tall at the shoulder, and can tip the scales at over a ton (907 kilograms). Despite their massive size, bison are quick on their feet. When the need arises they can run at speeds up to 40 miles (65 kilometers) an hour. They sport curved, sharp horns that may grow to be two feet (61 centimeters) long.

These large grazers feed on plains grasses, herbs, shrubs, and twigs. They regurgitate their food and chew it as cud before final digestion.

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Speaking of polar bears I found photos of a gruesome polar bear attack. I warn you guys that the link contains scenes of violence and may not be suitable for young audiences. CLICK AT YOUR OWN RISK.

Click here to see the polar bear attack photos.

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