Animals

During the day they usually lie hidden under fallen trunks, boughs or stones. Sometimes it is possible to spot them during the day, when they lie in the sunlight or search for food.  

Only three species are threatened with extinction. Birds of paradise were protected quite early.  Th ...

Trees in their natural habitat are typically covered with reddish moss and lichens. Their underbelly is black, which adds to their camouflage when hidden on tree tops.

However, they supplement it with meaty foods such as snails, earthworms, spider mites, and wireworms.

It is the largest carnivore in Madagascar.

It can also make wasp-like sounds while flying. This species of butterfly is an example of mimicry, a trait that protects insects from predators.

They can often be found in the vicinity of rivers and streams.

Because ocean sunfish often swim near the water's surface, their dorsal fin protrudes above the wate ...