Nature is as diverse as it is curious.Crustaceans with hair, little primate-eyed primates that only come out at night, octopuses with the face of Walt Disney characters, curious animals that you didn't even think could exist, ways of life that we do not finish believing. Biodiversity sometimes uses its chisel to sculpt creatures as fascinating as singular that you would love to know.As you know, in Science Daily Online we are lovers of animal curiosities, and that is why On previous occasions we have shared with you listings of Rare Animals of the World...And we have even recommended some phrases of animals to reflect on these very special beings.But today, we want to focus on the 15 most curious animals on the planet.
Did you know that according to a census created in 2011, led by the Colombian biologist Camilo Mora, it is considered that there are at least 8.7 million species on the planet ? these species, almost 86% of terrestrial ones and a little more than 90% of marine ones are still unknown to us.Imagine how many curious new animals we could get to know in the next few years! For now, we present some of the already discovered that will surprise you. Ready to enjoy some of the curious animals on the planet? 🙂
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15 Curious animals, considered the most curious animals on Earth
1.The ghost tarsero
The first of our curious animals on Earth.The ghost tarsier is simply adorable.Who can't like those huge eyes and his expression of sudden astonishment? They live in the forests of Indonesia, Borneo or the Philippines.They are very small, although the size of their eyes attracts attention, almost 16 millimeters of diameter , the exact measure of their brains.They are elusive and live usually inside the trees, where they look for protection and shelter until the time it gets dark.Intensive in which they leave to feed on small insects and plants.
They are so lonely that they are usually know how the forest spirits. About 10 years live in freedom, but in captivity there have been cases of individuals who have reached 17.
2.The paradoxical almiqui or agouta
Another of our curious animals.Friendly will surely make you want to get close to him, but don't do it.The reason? Its bite is terribly poisonous.It reminds us of a small mouse with a huge nose, another nocturnal animal as fascinating as it is delicate.Its habitat is in the Dominican Republic and Haiti, but unfortunately there are very few despite the continuous efforts of biologists to maintain the species.
The most striking thing about this little creature with a body of 30 centimeters is perhaps its elongated snout, which somehow reminds of a small tube.Unfortunately, its Nighttime habits make it very difficult for one to come across one alive.
3.The Yeti Crab
But does this animal really exist? You may wonder.Yes, it is a crab with hairy legs and albino.The truly amazing thing is that no one knew of its existence until three years ago , when the California Aquatic Research Institute discovered it nearby from Easter Island.It lives at 2,300 meters deep and feeds on compounds that are usually harmful to other animals: a true wonder of evolution.
And...beware! If one day you decide to take a walk through the depths of the ocean, and you find it, avoid touching its fantastic hairy tweezers no matter how much they call your attention. They are toxic and it is believed that he serve in turn to Counteract the poison of certain minerals on which it feeds.It is one of these most interesting curious animals in the world, because it is simply fantastic.
4.The star or star nose mole
Is it maybe an animal arrived from another planet? Or a specimen created in a laboratory by a mad scientist? Not at all.This original American mammal is characterized by that unique snout similar to a small octopus of 22 pink tentacles .
The most impressive thing is undoubtedly to see how they move, how they inspect its environment and everything that surrounds it.Close up, the star nose mole looks like an authentic alien, a strange creature endowed with a certain charm.It feeds on worms, insects and small crustaceans… and is an excellent diver.in winter it only does one thing: sleep.
5.The dumbo octopus
Another animal that you wouldn't believe exists and that had to be on our list of the curious animals of the world.At first glance it does not seem real: it has something magical, something peculiar and endearing that reminds us of it The characters of the Disney factory.
The scientists who discovered it must have thought the same, because they did not hesitate to name it: Dumbo.Why not? it is, (if you had not yet been able to identify the type of animal) of an octopus.But that if, an octopus with bumps that reminds us of two authentic ears.The pity is that we can not see them very often, since the Dumbo octopus lives in the deep depths, next to the most incredible abyssal fauna , and in total darkness.And what does it do in this underground, cold and aquatic world without light? What does this unique animal feed on? It is a mystery to scientists, but it is known that he lives among other rare marine animals.
6.The Dragon of Mar Foliaceo
The scientific name the Sea Dragons receive is Phycodurus eques and belong to the seahorse family , as you probably already suspected.Its natural camouflage is considered one of the most spectacular in the animal world, since its entire body seems part of an algae, so that it is almost impossible to distinguish them , since it is among the forests of these marine plants where the foliaceous sea dragons inhabit.They are usually brown even yellow, with some greenish touches.As authentic seaweed!
If you have a very good view, you could find them in the co They are from southern and eastern Australia.Are they threatened? Although it is not entirely clear that predators hunt them, if it is known that the human being has searched for them and has lowered their population just to decorate their aquariums with these curious animals.A sad fact...
7.The Borron Fish
About this strange creature, which deserves a place in this list of curious animals on the planet, we have talked to you in detail in: The ugliest animal in the world and we have given you more information as strange as its appearance in: blur fish Perhaps the essential thing about it is that, although on the surface it seems a little aesthetic gelatinous mass, in its natural habitat in the depths of the ocean it looks quite different.As in the image below:
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8.El Saiga
This funny looking creature is a saiga. This is an antilope of the size of a goat approximately, whose most striking feature-which makes it seem straight out of a science fiction film-is its nose, which makes it worthy of being on our list of the curious animals of the world.
We can find them in the steppes of Eastern Europe and Central Asia, which shows that are great survivors , because these areas are really arid and its very harsh weather conditions.Although they are one of the endangered species of animals that suffered a great loss, it is currently becoming increasingly s aware of the importance of these curious animals in the good health of the steppes and their population is gradually recovering.
9.The Aye-Aye
This creature that is active at night already appeared in Science Daily Online in our list of 7 of the considered ugliest animals in the world.It is believed that, in addition being one of the most curious animals in the world, is responsible for the origin of the word «lemur» that gave name to the lemurs and means in Latin, «night spirit».
It is a rather mysterious animal, since it is not related to any other creature of our day, although with one that was extinct less than a millennium ago called «giant aye-aye».You could find it in Madagascar , in the rainforest, at the top of the trees, if you are lucky, then these curious animals are not easily found.
10.The Aquatic Deer
This is a type of deer that lives in China and Korea, having two subspecies: the Chinese Aquatic Deer and the Korean Aquatic Deer.What aquatic? By its scientific name that comes from the Latin Hydropotes inermis, which in fact is believed to refer to the fact that are usually found near areas with water, such as rivers, lakes or others tributaries.
What makes it one of the curious animals on this list are its fangs and it has an almost unique genetics. The first characteristic has made it commonly known as "Vampire deer" , although it is not the only type of deer that has it, it also shares it with the vampire deer of Afghanistan.
11.La Salpa
Maggiore salpa, better known as salpa, belongs to the salpidea family, a species of aquatic animals that travels in a way really particular: pump water through 2 holes that they have in your body, through this action your body contracts and helps your body move in the opposite direction.Also through this pumping of water also filter food for their livelihood.Let's see that this animal is not wasted !.
Among the curiosities that surround these curious animals, there is his body that, except for his digestive system and viscera, is totally transparent.Also, is the fastest multicellular being reproduced in the world , getting to do it even several times a day.Isn't that enough for you? Here is another curiosity: these animals are usually grouped between they, in the form of a chain, forming rows that can in measuring up to a kilometer in length.Do you see why it is in this list of curious animals? If you want to know more about salpa, see: Amazing animals: Salpa and the Frog topo.
12.The Giraffe Gazelle
Pertaining to the family of antilopes, the giraffe gazelle can be found in its natural habitat , the African savanna, and stand out among their congenres for having a neck of approximately half a meter , which allows them to access several types of food that other antilopes cannot reach.Another surprising data of these Gazelles do not require any source of water, such as rivers or lakes, to survive, since they extract the liquid they need from the fruits and plants they feed on.Well, evolution did its job well with these gazelles.! That is why we include them in this list of curious animals.
13.Chiguire or Capibaro
Do you know him? It is the largest rodent in the world, and can reach the size of a medium dog. Its scientific name is Hydrochoerus hydrochaeris, but it is also known as capybara in some regions, and is usually found, above all, in various regions of South America, and they are one of the attractions to see in Venezuela and in almost the rest of Latin America.
They are usually found, especially in forested or flat regions, around lakes, lagoons, rivers or mangroves.They usually spend the day in the water, and their behavior has little to do with other well-known rodents: the chiguire, far from being grotesque, enchants him for his tenderness and fur.However, a chiguire in its natural habitat, although you can get to see it, is unlikely to be left touching for a human being.
Its meat is also highly valued in different Latin American countries, so hunting is prohibited, since is one of those species that are potentially endangered. However, not everything is lost, because in other regions of the new world they have managed to tame it and keep it safe from different predators, making it a perfect companion for the home: yes, always in large places such as landowners or farms.
14.The Mole Rat
Another rodent in our list of curious animals, this one not as nice as the previous one.The mole rat, Heterocephalus glaber , also called shaved ratopin, is a rodent that can be found in the lands of Ethiopia, Kenya and Somalia.It is not as pleasant as Chiguire, especially since this rodent is characterized by having no hair., it is unlikely that you will run into one, as the mole rat is usually found only under the earth.
But why are these animals curious? For several reasons: first, mole rats are insensitive to certain types of pain. On the other hand, they are among the longest-lived rodents, reaching even 29 years of age and, if that were the case.shortly, these mice live in organized tunneling colonies, with a hierarchical structure, and a queen that rules and generates offspring.In some places, it has been cataloged as a pest, and these rats feed on the crops of some tubers, like carrots or potatoes.Does the mole rat look ugly? Yes, it is, and yet it is one of the most curious animals in the world.
15.The Mantis Lobster
They are a species of lobster that have similar characteristics to those of the praying mantis, such as mimicry, which allows them to hide among marine corals and go unnoticed before their prey.Their scientific name is Stomatopoda, but also are called lobsters boxers, they are well known for the rapid and withering movements they use to catch their prey , and specimens of these curious animals that have broken the glass of an aquarium have been known.
Its length, in addition, can reach up to 38 centimeters, and they have a wide variety of striking colors that make them look beautiful, but don't confuse yourself with the mantis lobsters, because they are predatory and always are alert to any threat , which is why we include them in our list of the 15 curious animals in the world.
The Curious Animals you should know, in video
If you liked this article, do not miss our video with the most curious animals on the planet.We will talk about 5 really interesting species.
What do you think about meeting these creatures found in the TOP 10 of curious animals on our planet? Did you know about its existence? Which of them would be your favorite? It is curious that, in addition to having a strange appearance, for their customs and their habitat they are so difficult to see.Be that as it may, their appearance does not leave anyone indifferent and that we love.Hopefully all these amazing species have a long existence on Earth!
Now tell us, did you like our list of curious animals? Do you know any other that we should include in our list? Give us your opinion in the comments, We are looking forward to reading you!
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