The tasselled wobbegong is a carpet shark of the Orectolobidae family that lives in shallow coral reefs along the coasts of northern Australia, New Guinea, and the surrounding islands. This species has a wide and flattened body and head, reaching a length of 1.8 m (5.9 ft). The most distinguishing feature is a fringe of branching dermal flaps that wrap over its head and extend … [Read more...] about You Must Be Aware Of The Carpet Shark
The Toledo Zoo has Discovered Biofluorescence in Tasmanian Devils
The first documented example of biofluorescence in Tasmanian devils was reported by the Toledo Zoo in Ohio. The phenomenon of biofluorescence occurs when a living creature absorbs light and reemits it in a different hue. The Tasmanian devil, it turns out, shines in UV light as well. And it appears to be rather scary. The first example of biofluorescence in Tasmanian devils … [Read more...] about The Toledo Zoo has Discovered Biofluorescence in Tasmanian Devils
A Hairless Mexican Dog With More Than 3,500 Years Of History
The ancient Aztec god's dog, Xoloitzcuintli (pronounced "show-low-eats-QUEENT-lee"), also known as the Hairless Mexican Dog, is still a loving companion and alert watchdog today. The alert and faithful Xolo is available in three sizes and hairless or coated versions. ¿ There are three sizes (toy, miniature, and regular) and two variations of the Xoloitzcuintli (hairless and … [Read more...] about A Hairless Mexican Dog With More Than 3,500 Years Of History
At a Florida Zoo, a Spider Monkey with “Batman” Markings was Born
"Batman Returns" at a Florida zoo. In a blog post, the Brevard Zoo in Melbourne, Florida, reported the birth of a spider monkey. But this isn't just any spider monkey: the infant has a distinctive marking on its nose in the style of the "Batman" emblem. The "Bat-Signal," which depicts a silhouette of a bat stretching its wings, is used as a distress signal to call Batman … [Read more...] about At a Florida Zoo, a Spider Monkey with “Batman” Markings was Born
The London Zoo has Released the First Photographs of a Newborn Porcupine Born in Front of Visitors
Last month, a porcupine gave birth in front of a thrilled audience at London Zoo. ZSL London Zoo keepers have revealed photographs of a lovely baby porcupine, known as a porcupette, who was born in front of ecstatic Zoo visitors last month. When the mother, Hettie, exited her cave to give birth to Hershey outdoors in front of an awestruck crowd, visitors were treated to … [Read more...] about The London Zoo has Released the First Photographs of a Newborn Porcupine Born in Front of Visitors