1. Kagus
Kagus are rare, flightless birds. However, their wings are useful as they flap them hitting the ground and making a sound when predators are near their children. They reside in the forests of New Caledonia, France.
Can You Name these Astonishing Animals?
Can You Name these Astonishing Animals?
3. Greater blue-eared starling
This ultra vibrant stunning creature shimmers in the presence of midday sun. These birds are found in South Africas Kruger National Park. The phenomenon known as iridescence is defined by a shift in colors that occurs when light waves are diffracted or scattered and are observed from various viewpoints.
4.Red-flanked duikers
These are the smallest species of antelope. They stand at less than 15 inches tall and weigh a maximum of 31 pounds. This species is known for their large preorbital glands located on their snout, which results in bulges in its cheeks. These antelope can be found at the Los Angeles Zoo.
5. Musk oxen
This Musk oxen was spotted on a beach near Nome, Alaska. These majestic creatures are survivors from the Pleistocene, and were reintroduced in Alaska post being overhunted in 1930.
6. Matschie’s tree kangaroos
These animals reside in the mountainous rainforests in New Guinea. Matschie’s tree kangaroo appears to be a cross between a lemur and a kangaroo. They weigh around 22 pounds. Their long tail and powerful limbs help the mammals climb trees, where they dwell most of the time.
7. Svalbard reindeer
Svalbard reindeer are found in Svalbard and have learned to survive in the harsh cold. There are 7 sub-species of reindeer in the Arctic, and these are the smallest ones. They have very low energy demands which helps them to reply on their body fat reserve in the wintertime.
8. Verreaux's Sifaka
Verreauxs Sifakas are so used to staying in the trees that once they step on the ground they resort to hopping. These astonishing animals are found in Madagascar. This particular one was in Berenty Reserve in the south-east of Madagascar.
9. Pallas’s cats
Small but strong and mighty, Pallas’s cats are well built to face the cold weather. These furry beings call the Himalayas their home.