As their name suggests, these crabs like decorating – themselves. From spider and harlequin crabs, through moss and seaweed crabs, to toothed and arrow crabs, there are over 700 species of decorator crabs belonging to the family Majoidea that cover their bodies with a wide range of unexpected ornaments. But although they may be nature’s dressers, these … [Read more...] about Decorator Crabs Dress Up With All Manner of Objects and Marine Creatures to Avoid Being Eaten
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Man unexpectedly finds tiny creatures hiding in his car engine — rescue leads to heartwarming reunion
When a man’s car wouldn’t start, it led to a very unexpected discovery under the hood — and a heartwarming rescue that reunited a mama and her babies. According to a TikTok post, wildlife rehabilitator Karenlynn Stracher got a call from a man who was having some unusual car trouble. His car had been sitting unused for a few months, and when he went to drive it the … [Read more...] about Man unexpectedly finds tiny creatures hiding in his car engine — rescue leads to heartwarming reunion
Gang finds unusually spiky creatures in nest – takes a closer look and jaws drop when they realize what kind of animals they are
There is now hope for a species that was on the brink of extinction. A group of researchers in Australia is thrilled after their efforts to propagate the species seem to have succeeded. Recently, ecologists at the Mt Gibson Wildlife Sanctuary in Australia made a stunning discovery. In the sanctuary, they found a litter of newborn and spiky little creatures. But … [Read more...] about Gang finds unusually spiky creatures in nest – takes a closer look and jaws drop when they realize what kind of animals they are
Secrets of the world’s toughest creatures revealed
In the realm of extraordinary resilience, tardigrades, often referred to as water bears, stand out as some of the world's toughest creatures. These minuscule beings, measuring just a millimeter or less, boast an astonishing ability to endure cosmic disasters, radiation, freezing, extreme dehydration, and even the vacuum of space. Now, a groundbreaking genetic study has … [Read more...] about Secrets of the world’s toughest creatures revealed
The Extraordinary Details of a Beetle’s Foot and Other Parts of Tiny Creatures by Igor Siwanowicz
Ever marveled at how a diving beetle effortlessly glides through water or delicately rests on the surface? The secret lies in the intricacy of its foot—a marvel far surpassing the complexity of our own. Thanks to the extraordinary work of neurobiologist Igor Siwanowicz, these minute details are now unveiled in mesmerizing detail through the lens of a confocal laser-scanning … [Read more...] about The Extraordinary Details of a Beetle’s Foot and Other Parts of Tiny Creatures by Igor Siwanowicz