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New Caledonian crested gecko Originally described in 1866 and long feared extinct, this unusual gecko was rediscovered in 1994 in the aftermath of a tropical storm. Its oddest features are the hair-like projections found above the eyes and a crest which runs from each eye to the tail. The species is currently being assessed for CITES protection … read more

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Cambodia's endangered "whispering bird," the Bengal florican, now has a whisper...of hope! This Lauren Bacall of birds is known for the throaty whispers it makes during elaborate courtship dances. Only about 800 remain in Cambodia; a few more in Viet Nam, India and Nepal. What's threatening them? Shrinking habitat. Commercial rice producers… read more

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Powerful Pollinators Have you ever wondered how much nectar it takes until a hummingbird is "full"? This is the kind of question that generates a whole slew of related questions and avenues of inquiry. Like these for example; Q: How often do hummingbirds drink? A: It depends on the concentration of the nectar: The more concentrated with sugar,… read more

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Manx Cat Breed History: One of the oldest natural breeds of cats, the Manx is native to the Isle of Man, an island in the Irish Sea between England and Ireland. According to a biblically inspired Celtic folktale, the Manx cat was the last of God's creatures to climb aboard the ark, barely making it before Noah slammed the door shut. A variation por… read more

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A group of striped owls sit at the Animal Hospital at the Niteroi Zoo, Brazil. Aren't these some gorgeous owls....I just love their look and their coloring... source: news.yahoo.com/nphotos/Most-Recommended-Photos/ss/1750;_ylt=ApDqxoEuq0S3aJ8Zb1QNQcSaK8MA/im:/090807/480/506e5c4365fe49519623e5c042b971e0/#photoViewer=/090807/photos_us_rank_a… read more