Animals

Tuesday, 6 October 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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Octopus
The world's smallest octopus is Octopus wolfi. Representatives of this species reach about 2.5 cm in length and weigh 1 gram.
Saola
They are herbivores.
They feed on fig leaves, fruit, berries, and seeds.
Malaysian trumpet snail
Red-rimmed melania can start reproducing at a size of 5 millimeters in length.
Earthworms
At the exit of the fleshy stomach is the intestine, which is responsible for the digestion and absorption of food.
Earthworms can spend quite a long time underwater, provided it is adequately oxygenated.
Saola
They fell prey to tigers and crocodiles.
Tigers
Tigers, like all cats, have a nictating membrane, called the third eyelid.
Giant panda
The great panda inhabits a small area in central China.
They are found in the provinces of Sichuan, Shaanxi and Gansu. However, the range of these mammals has decreased significantly due to the drastic deforestation that occurred in the 20th century.
Central bearded dragon
A bearded dragon can live up to 20 years in captivity.
The average lifespan of these lizards in the wild is about 11 years.
Lemon shark
It is listed as vulnerable by the IUCN.
It is a target of both commercial and recreational fishing. Its fins and skin hold high commercial value.
Blue-Tongued Lizard
They can be found in all habitats of Australia, Tasmania and New Guinea.
One of its subspecies are also present in Indonesia.