These fluffy little ‘bunnies’ are actually sea slugs that are found in the deep seas. The jorunna parva sea slugs, a highly unusual tiny critter that is being compared to fluffy bunnies, were first shown to the world courtesy of the Japanese Twitter-sphere. The heads of the sea slugs have what seem like little bunny ears, but in fact, they are sensory rhinophores that … [Read more...] about Meet The Adorable ‘Sea Bunnies’, The Sea Creatures That Japan Has Fallen In Love With
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The Sato’s Beaked Whale Was Spotted for the First Time Ever Near Japan
Live cetacean sightings went from zero to 14, making Berardius minimus the London bus of the whale world. When the Sato's beaked whale (Berardius minimus) first appeared on the scene in 2019, whispers of a rare and elusive whale were finally matched by evidence of a new species. However, as no one had ever successfully identified a living Sato's beaked whale before, the … [Read more...] about The Sato’s Beaked Whale Was Spotted for the First Time Ever Near Japan
The Mythic “Killing Stone” of Japan Splits in Half, Potentially Freeing the Spirit of a Fox Demon
When word spreads that the "Killing Stone" has been split in half, it can't be a good sign. It's an even worse omen when you learn that this Killing Stone is said to contain the spirit of a demonic fox. Unfortunately, the news is true: Japan's Sessho-seki, also known as the Killing Stone, has broken up. Sessho-seki is a stone set into volcanic mountains near a hot spring in … [Read more...] about The Mythic “Killing Stone” of Japan Splits in Half, Potentially Freeing the Spirit of a Fox Demon
Even Monkeys Need a Day at The Spa. According to a Study Conducted in Japan
A troop of Japanese macaques, sometimes known as snow monkeys, start their days with a peaceful soak in their own personal hot tub in Jigokudani Monkey Park, Japan. The trouble is, Jigokudani has a lot of natural hot springs, and one particular colony of snow monkeys loves them. They've been taking baths and attracting people from all around the world for nearly 70 … [Read more...] about Even Monkeys Need a Day at The Spa. According to a Study Conducted in Japan
Fire Fox: Discover One of the Rarest Animals on Earth and Its Unique Charm
The Fire Fox is one of the most captivating and rarest animals on our planet, and it holds a special place in the heart of wildlife enthusiasts and researchers alike. This extraordinary creature, a rare variation of the common red fox, is not just admired for its beauty, but also for its intelligence and distinct characteristics. In this article, we will explore everything you … [Read more...] about Fire Fox: Discover One of the Rarest Animals on Earth and Its Unique Charm