Facts about the animal kingdom of Exotic
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Agnatha are fish that have existed for over 470 million years. Although most agnatha are now extinct, some have found unique and interesting ways to survive. Agnatha or jawless fish can be found in waters all over the world, and they share few characteristics with other marine mammals.
But, what is...
The term fish is used to refer to an incredibly diverse group of animals. There are certain similarities they share, but almost all of them have some sort of exception. For example, all fish are vertebrates, but hagfish technically don't have a spine. This means the taxonomy of fish (i.e. how they are...
The life cycle of butterflies is one of nature's most interesting processes. The birth of these insects requires several stages, during which they undergo incredible transformations. Not only is this process detailed, but butterfly metamorphosis is also incredibly interesting.
Do you want to know how...
Jellyfish are one of the most feared animals that inhabit the world’s oceans, usually because of their painful and sometimes deadly bite. Have you also heard of the classical legends of giant jellyfish capable of sinking ships? There is no denying that many jellyfish are extremely dangerous, but this is...
Depending on whom you ask, people have various ideas on whether insects feel pain. You may think that asking an entomologist would give you a definitive answer, but even scientists who study bugs for a living can come to different conclusions. In mammals and other vertebrates, pain studies are relatively...
Water is an essential element for life on Earth. Plants, animals and humans all depend on water for their existence, in order to survive. However, have you ever wondered what happens to animals that live in water? For example, do fish get thirsty?
If you’re wondering about fish and their drinking habits,...
There are many different species of fish in the world, and if you have an aquarium at home, it is essential that you are up-to-date on all things fish related. The first thing you need to remember is that not all fish species can live together in harmony. In fact, the fundamental aspects of fish behavior...
Unless we break one of its constituent bones, we may not give a lot of thought to our skeleton. It resides within us, doing the hard work and letting us get on with our day. If it was on the outside of our body, maybe we'd be a little more considerate of its purpose. These exoskeleton animals have a different...
Do you know how reptiles breathe? Reptiles have varied anatomies that adapt according to their appropriate environment. Reptiles are either or both terrestrial and marine animals and for this reason, depending on the species, they carry different mechanisms which allow them to breathe.
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Ants are a common insect distinguished by their surprising sense of organization. These eurosocial insects evolved about 140 million years ago and can now live and survive in almost any type of habitat around the world. But, because these insects are so small and we have become so used to them, some of...
Did you know that some animals don’t have brains? Contrary to what many people believe, despite the lack of this important organ, these animals can still function normally, but how? Thanks to evolutionary processes, these animals have developed alternative methods to help them survive.
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Did you know that animals with scales, hair and/or feathers have evolved in such a way that these features aid in protecting them and helping them maneuver among their environment? Animals with scales, for example, use this characteristic feature to help them move comfortably and safely as well as protect...
All animals need periods of rest to help conserve energy and maintain life. While this rest takes many forms, one of the most important types is a state of sleep. However, not all animals sleep in the same way or for the same length of time. For example, many ungulate prey animals sleep for very short...
The smallest bird in the world is the bee hummingbird. While not much bigger than some beetles or other insects, the bee hummingbird is still very much part of the bird family. Their small size doesn't mean they can't engage in feeding, reproducing and social behaviors as any other bird might. They just...
Categorizing nature is a worthwhile endeavor. It allows us to see the interconnectedness of all nature and helps us to understand not only where we came from, but where we might be going. It engenders respect for all living beings. Categorization is also not easy and sometimes nature throws a spanner in...
During the embryonic development of any animal, crucial processes are carried out so that the new individual can form correctly. Any failure, corruption or error during this process can cause serious damage to the progeny, including death of the unborn embryo. The embryo is the early stage of the development...
The sea, infinite and enigmatic, is full of mysteries. Most of these mysteries have not yet even been discovered. In the depths of the ocean, there is not only darkness and ancient hulled ships, there is also life. There are hundreds of creatures that live below the ocean's surface, some spectacular and...
Have you ever wondered what the life cycle of sea turtles looks like? To study the life cycle of any species, we must take into account the development of their offspring, how and when the adults reproduce, and where and what they eat.
Did you know that sea turtles migrate? They travel long distances...
Jellyfish are dome shaped gelatinous invertebrates. Most of us have crossed paths with this interesting animal, either through jellyfish stings or by noticing them in the ocean. Jellyfish are not in fact fish, they are plankton. This interesting animal still remain, despite being popular, somewhat mysterious.
Have...
The Amazon rainforest is the largest tropical forest on the planet and is bound by the basin of the Amazon River and its tributaries. This jungle is comprised of a large area of South America and is distributed over nine countries, which includes: Brazil, Peru, Venezuela, Colombia, Bolivia, Ecuador, Suriname,...
Small, exquisite looking and very skilful, the chameleon is the animal kingdom's proof that spectacular things can come in small packages. Originally from the African continent, they are one of earth's most fascinating creatures. They have eyes which move independently of each other, a tongue which can extend...
Everyone has heard of the famous Game of Thrones series and of course, its incredible dragons, probably the most popular fantastic characters in the series. We know that winter is coming, which is why, in this new AnimalWised article, we are going to talk about what the names of Game of Thrones Dragons...
On planet earth we find an immense variety of animals and living beings with unique qualities that make them extremely distinct and special. There are all kinds of mammals, birds, fish or insects that will fascinate and shock us. Keep reading this AnimalWised article to discover, the most exotic animals...
Woodpeckers are known for their distinctive drumming or pecking on wood with their large beaks against the bark of trees to create a unique sound. Until the 1940s, some people believed that the bird made the sound vocally before birdwatcher Norman Pullen resolved the argument (in 1943) through his recorded...
Did you know that the largest animal in the world is a jellyfish? It is called Cyanea capillata but is commonly known as the lion's mane jellyfish and it is even longer than the blue whale.
The largest known specimen was found in 1870 off the coast of Massachusetts. Its bell averaged 2.3 meters in diameter...
Throughout your life you will have seen hundreds of butterflies in fields, in forests and in the city. They belong to the family of the Lepidoptera, most of which can fly.
Butterflies, unlike many other insects, are a species that are adored by humans. We love to admire their beauty and become enchanted by...
The title of this article is: The largest insects in the world. Therefore, this list will differ from many others with the same title, because it exclusively includes insects. This means that it will not include any spiders, centipedes or other related bugs.
The identification of any insect is clear and...
Marine and ocean waters are inhabited by many living beings. Among them are many different types of turtles. A peculiarity of sea turtles is that males always return to the beaches where they were born to breed. This does not necessarily happen with females, which may vary on which beach they lay their...
There are thousands of species of dung beetles; they do not form a particular family, but can be found across different beetle families within the scarab superfamily, Scarabaeoidea. Their name refers not to a specific type of beetle but to a behavior that can be found in different beetles.
Dung beetles...
To take stunning pictures it is not enough to have a good camera or phone. Taking a picture is easy - taking a great one, not so much. The final result depends on the angle, light, and the way you approach your subject.
Photographing animals is complex, as they are almost always in motion. This is especially...
According to Hindu tales, the Rainbow Fish was as large as a whale. This sea creature ate Lord Buddha, the incarnation of Lord Vishnu, but since Vishnu was a god, the mythical giant fish did not survive the experience! When the Rainbow Fish was caught and killed by fishermen, Lord Buddha - Vishnu - was freed...
Naga means "cobra" in Sanskrit, and in Hinduism and allied religions like Jainism and Buddhism the divine half human, half snake Naga is a strong and powerful great serpent. Strong, handsome and sinuous, Nagas in Hinduism are mythical beings that can assume human or serpent forms.
In these religions, nagas...
Fish can be divided into two categories: Freshwater fish and saltwater fish. Freshwater fish live in habitats where water salinity is low, as is the case in rivers and lakes, while saltwater fish enjoy life in the ocean, lagoons and coral reefs, where the salinity is higher than 0.05%.
No matter their...
Illegal animal trade in India has emerged as a kind of organized transnational crime that threatens wild species across the globe to the brink of extinction. Diverse animal products such as rhino horns, bones, skins, whiskers and turtle shells have been in demand for some time now; these products are usually...
The reproduction of turtles and tortoises is a very broad topic, as there are many different species that breed through different methods and processes. As you know, there are land tortoises, freshwater turtles and sea turtles. Within each of these categories there are various species and subspecies.
This...
The yeti crab, also called "yeti lobster", was discovered in the deep, dark waters of the Pacific Ocean relatively recently, in 2005. Its scientific name is Kiwa hirsuta - "Kiwa" was chosen in honor of the guardian of the sea in Maori mythology, while "hirsuta" means "hairy" in Latin.
This peculiar species...
In this article, bird lovers will find four very important tips about attracting birds to your garden. As you already know, these small animals are a bit shy, so you will have to be patient.
Once the birds realize that your garden is a good and safe area to fly in, you will enjoy the presence of a wide...
Since 2008 there there have been countless cases of exotic animals belonging to drug traffickers being seized worldwide. However, it is not uncommon to find a large portion of these cases in Latin America: Colombia, Mexico and Venezuela are the main and most popular places where this type of animal...
The coconut crab, known scientifically as Birgus latro, does not take its name from it appearance. In fact, this species of arthropod is known to feed on coconuts, which it opens with its pincers. However, that is not the most surprising thing about these animals.
Coconut crabs are the heaviest living...
The goldfish is a very popular fish. Even though it is called a "gold" fish, there are actually many types that can vary in color. In this article we are going to talk about the common goldfish (Carassius auratus).
Maintaining an aquarium is a delicate task as you will need the right balance of water, extreme...
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