The flying fire-breathing dragons may not exist in our current times, but this bird bearing a resemblance to the mythical creature does seem to come straight out of a fantasy movie! Its dragon-like features, mostly due to the small tufts of fluffy feathers on its head, surely captivates our attention and distinguishes it from other […]
Category: Wildlife
Sun-loving Hippo Was Sighted Chilling On Its Back While Seemingly Getting A Tan
The Hippopotamus (Hippopotamus amphibius), commonly called the hippo, is the third-largest land mammal, after elephants and white rhinos. It is a large semi-aquatic mammal native to sub-Saharan Africa. Although the hippo bears a physical resemblance to pigs and other terrestrial even-toed ungulates, the closest living relatives of the Hippopotamidae are cetaceans (whales, dolphins, porpoises, etc.), […]
Orphaned Rhino Calf And Baby Zebra Form An Unexpected Bond After Being Rescued
In early December 2021, an orphaned baby rhino was found by rangers in South Africa’s Kruger National Park, fighting to survive and with its umbilical cord still attached. The rhino calf, estimated to be less than a day old when it was discovered, was extremely weak and unable to stand. She had to be transported […]
Talented Artist Crafts Unbelievably Realistic Animals Out Of Wool Through Needle Felting
Needle felting sounds like something of a complex nature, but this form of craft can result in some incredibly beautiful designs. And this is a craft that Russian artist Anna Yastrezhembovskaya has mastered.Indeed, she has been crafting adorable, and very realistic needle-felted animals by hand, from miniatures to sometimes life-sized copies, while ensuring that each […]
12 Of The Most Spectacular Hummingbirds In The World
There are about 338 different species of hummingbirds found only in the Americas. What makes them unique is their exceptional ability to hover for extended periods of time and even fly backwards. Despite their tiny physique, the male hummingbirds are among the most flamboyant birds in the world, often sporting an array of brilliantly colored […]
Chainsaw Artist Transforms A Discarded Redwood Stump Into A Giant Octopus Sculpture
The American chainsaw artist and woodcarver Jeffrey Michael Samudosky has been creating elaborate carving artworks from a variety of Pacific Northwest trees. Based in Gig Harbor, Washington, Samudosky is a self-taught carver who started his company, JMS Wood Sculpture, in 1998. Since he had started his career, Samudosky has appeared on the Discovery Channel and […]
A Rare Blonde Baby Seal Spotted In South Georgia Island
This adorable blonde seal pup was captured on camera in the South Georgia Island by renowned wildlife photographer Roie Galitz. The baby seal was spotted enjoying lots of sunshine on a grassy field, where the photographer managed to obtain these amazing photos.There are many exceptional animals in the world. Some are born with a distinct […]
Meet The Tibetan Fox, A Rarely Sighted Animal With A Unique Facial Expression
With its uniquely square-shaped face and small, triangular ears set close to its head, the Tibetan fox (Vulpes ferrilata) has an appearance that really sets it apart. Not to mention, its very peculiar facial expression that seems to be conveying looks of disapproval…or annoyance! Its intense stare make it seems like it’s totally unimpressed with […]
Top 12 Insects With The Most Incredible Camouflage And Mimicry
Camouflage and mimicry are a defense mechanism that help insects to blend in with their surroundings. Some insects often use cryptic coloration, and others have evolved an impressive array of biological mimicry and deception. They do it to conceal their presence and escape predators, or to deceive their prey. Researchers have long been fascinated with […]
Manja, The Rare Melanistic Serval Cat Roams The Serengeti In Tanzania
Servals are wildcats that usually sport a cheetah-like coat with black spots, bands and stripes. But some dark-furred individuals can occur due to melanism, which is a unique trait carried by a recessive gene that causes excess production of the dark-colored pigment melanin in skin, feathers, and hair. Although serval cats are found in most […]