Longfin Batfish Facts Firstly, Longfin Batfish serves as the common name of the ocean species Platax teira. Due to its rather striking appearance, this fish, unfortunately, has become popular in aquariums. Furthermore, this somewhat unassuming looking fish also holds a few surprises. Among these is the fact that the animal ranks as one of the […]
Ulysses Butterfly
Ulysses Butterfly Facts The magnificent Ulysses Butterfly inspired the country of Australia to name it the official emblem of tourism in Queensland. In fact, the majority of these stunning butterflies inhabit portions of Queensland even though they also live in smaller numbers in other regions as well. The butterfly was once under threat, yet people altered the […]
Lichen Spider
Lichen Spider Facts Firstly, like many related arachnids, the Lichen Spider does not construct webs. Therefore, it depends upon its incredible camouflage and ability to squeeze into very small spaces to conceal itself. Also like most spiders, it hunts as an ambush predator, attacking prey by ambush. In fact, this remarkable invertebrate ranks among the […]
Ornithoptera Chimaera
The Ornithoptera Chimaera is an insect that has no common name. This beautiful butterfly lists as a member of the birdwing family and was first identified in 1906. The discovery was made by the renowned Walter Rothschild (who, ironically, was a zoologist). The IUCN has only listed this Lepidoptera as Near Threatened due to insufficient information […]
Tree Kangaroo
Tree Kangaroo Facts The term Tree Kangaroo serves as the collective common name for about 12 separate species in the genus Dendrolagus. The uncertainty about the number of member species arises from differences of opinion regarding classification among scientists. All members of this amazing genus have one outstanding trait in common. The various species in […]
