The cuttlefish is a marine sepiida (octopus, squid) resembling a small clear squid, and is probably one of the most overlooked, yet incredible wonders of the world, rated as one of the highest intellectually-inclined invertebrate species in existence. Not actually…
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Enchanted Dolphins ENCHANTED DOLPHINS The pink dolphin, with its individual species that differs greatly from ocean dolphins in the Amazon region, is one of the numerous amazing and interesting creatures to capture attention. The pink dolphin lives in the Amazon…
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Until I started doing research for this article, I had mistakenly thought the platypus was extinct. I didn’t think such an animal existed, and I share my surprise with earlier people who first saw it. It was believed that the…
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The quokka has a similar appearance to a kangaroo, and it is native to Western Australia. In Western Australia, there are about 10,000 quokkas. The quokkas have adapted to a variety of habitats, but they prefer dense vegetation and moist…
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The platypus native to Australia is a wary animal and is rarely seen in the wild. Many interesting facts related to its eating habits have been revealed since substantial research into this animal began in the 1990’s. DIET The platypus…
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Opinions about Horseshoe Crabs vary wildly. Are they ugly? Are they cute? Are they just plain weird? From the chitinous, boomerang-shaped “shell” studded with composite eyes, to the five sets of spidery legs and the sharp tail spine that juts…
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Why is a whale not considered a fish? This is a topic many people stumble upon. Yes both fish and whale live in the water; but, can both breath straight air, can both give birth to live babies, and can…
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Anyone that has ever had the experience of seeing a platypus can tell you that it is one of the most distinctive and unusual mammals known on earth. Even though this animal is considered a mammal, it lays eggs and…
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It is no secret that the animal kingdom is filled with creatures that have amazing skills and abilities. Animals continue to fascinate researchers and many have surprising talents. Most animal talents are actually sophisticated adaptations from centuries of evolution. Hermaphroditism…
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People acted as zoologists long before the study of zoology existed as we know it today. Zoology, in a crude form, has existed since people became interested in animals. Animals, such as the dog for example, have evolved along with…
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