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26/08/2025

A juvenile bar-tailed godwit set a world record in October 2022 by completing the longest non-stop flight for any animal, traveling 13,560 kilometers (8,435 miles) from Alaska to Tasmania, Australia, in just 11 days. The bird was tracked using a small satellite tag, and while it took an unexpected turn south, its arduous journey of 11 days and 1 hour demonstrated the incredible endurance of the species, surpassing the previous record.

The bird flew a route further south than the typical migration destination for its species, which is New Zealand. This "wrong turn" led it to Tasmania, but also resulted in an even longer flight, setting a new record.

To sustain such a long flight, the bird would have lost a significant portion of its body weight, as godwits cannot land on water to feed. If they land on water, it is often fatal because they do not have webbed feet to get back into the air.

Source: Guinness World Records

25/08/2025

An overweight Russian cat named Crumbs( in russian, Kroshik), got stuck in a shoe rack while attempting to escape a weight loss clinic in September 2024, according to reports from sources like New York Post and The Straits Times. Kroshik, weighing nearly 17 kg, was on a strict diet and exercise program after being rescued from a hospital basement where he was overfed. His failed escape attempt was considered a positive sign of his increased activity.

21/08/2025

a frog species resembling Kermit the Frog was discovered in Costa Rica. Specifically, the Hyalinobatrachium dianae, also known as Diane's Bare-hearted glass frog, was identified in 2015. This glass frog is lime-green with translucent skin on its underside, revealing its internal organs, and has bulging white eyes, resembling the famous Muppet.

18/08/2025

A bulldog named Petunia was recently crowned the winner of the 2025 World's Ugliest Dog competition. The competition, which took place at the Sonoma County Fair in California, celebrates the unique and sometimes unconventional appearances of dogs.

Petunia, a two-year-old hairless English-French bulldog mix, was adopted from a rescue organization and has since become an advocate for rescue dogs.

Petunia was rescued from a difficult situation involving a backyard breeder and hoarder. She needed medical care, including surgery to correct an elongated palate, before she could breathe comfortably.

The World's Ugliest Dog contest aims to raise awareness and support for rescue dogs. It's not just about "ugliness," but about celebrating the unique beauty and character of each dog.

Petunia will be using her newfound fame to help other rescue dogs. Her owner, Shannon Nyman, plans to launch a for-profit LLC called "Wonky Dogs," which will raise money for animal welfare organizations.

14/08/2025

A cat from China recently survived a perilous three-week journey to the United States, traveling in a shipping container. Discovered in Oakdale, Minnesota, the feline, nicknamed "Stowaway," was severely dehydrated and thin. She is now recovering at Northwoods Humane Society.
The cat's incredible journey began in China and ended in Minnesota, where she was found in a shipping container that had arrived at a warehouse. Staff at Companion Animal Care & Control discovered her and noted that she likely survived by drinking condensation and potentially finding rodents for food. She was then transferred to Northwoods Humane Society for care and is currently gaining weight and strength.

13/08/2025

The life of a sea sq**rt begins as a free-swimming larva. At this stage, it has a small central nervous system, including something equivalent to a brain, and a dorsal nerve cord (similar to that of vertebrates). This is necessary for finding a suitable place to attach.

Adult stage — after finding a fixed location (rock, coral, ship hull), the larva attaches itself and undergoes metamorphosis. In this process, it reabsorbs and digests much of its nervous system, including its brain, because it no longer needs to swim or process complex information.

12/08/2025

A zoo in Denmark has sparked controversy and outrage after asking citizens to donate their unwanted pets to serve as food for its carnivorous animals.

The Aalborg Zoo is requesting donations of live chickens, guinea pigs, rabbits, and even horses. The zoo also emphasizes that the animals must be healthy and will not suffer, as they will not be thrown alive to the predators.

In a post on Facebook, the zoo explains:
"In zoos we have a responsibility to imitate the natural food chain of the animals - in terms of both animal welfare and professional integrity. That way, nothing goes to waste - and we ensure natural behavior, nutrition and well-being of our predators."

20/05/2025

There's a hidden owl in every cat 😅 🤔

16/05/2025

The reason why some animals have their eyes on the sides of their heads 🐴 🦁 👇

14/05/2025

The Giant West African Snail and its also giant egg 🐌 😲

14/05/2025

The size of a toucan's beak compared to the rest of its skull 😲

10/05/2025

This person found this unique butterfly while walking in the garden.

The Greta oto is commonly known as the glasswing butterfly, thanks to its transparent wings that enable it to blend in without relying on extensive coloration. In Spanish-speaking areas, it's also referred to as "espejitos," or "little mirrors," due to the wing's transparency. This butterfly species is predominantly found in Central America and northern South America, with occasional sightings in southern Chile and northern Texas.

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