Animals

Sunday, 8 February 2026
19 facts about snails
19 facts about snails
Also called gastropods
Snails are mollusks and are one of the most numerous animal species in the world. In terms of species diversity, they are second only to insects. Even ...

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European tree frog
Females lay 800 to 1000 eggs grouped in walnut-sized clusters in the water.
The eggs are 1.5 mm in diameter. After 10 to 14 days, tadpoles hatch from them. The earlier the eggs are laid, the larger and more adult the tadpoles will grow.
Otters
The Asian small-clawed otter is the smallest of the species.
It measures an average of 85 centimeters in length.
Tawny frogmouth
They are not an endangered species.
IUCN lists frogmouths as LC (least concern).
Hyacinth macaw
Hyacinthine Macaws build most of their nests on the manduvi tree (Sterculia apetala).
Also known as the Panama tree, it is considered the national tree of the Republic of Panama. Parrots ...
Otters
The average lifespan of an otter is 16 years.
Asian elephant
All females from the herd accompany the mother in caring for her calf.
Calves make their first independent moves at approximately four years of age.
Hedgehogs
When frightened, hedgehogs roll into a spiky ball and emit characteristic sounds similar to sapping.
Its defense mechanism is effective against most predators, however, desert hedgehogs are not so thickly covered in spikes due to high temperatures, thus they prefer to flee from danger instead.
Platypus
Until the early 20th century, platypuses were eagerly hunted for their fur.
Today they are protected throughout their territories.
Pink river dolphin
They are known for blushing.
When spooked or excited, the boto will flush pinker.
Sea lamprey
They are medium size fish with eel-shaped bodies.
Lampreys are about 15 to 30 cm (6 to 12 in) long, have olive or brown-yellow bodies. Skin is darker on the upper side of an animal.