Everyone loves animals, right? Tell me I’m right. Well, animal lovers, at least you're still here. If you really want to be an animal fanatic, stick around because these are 10 amazing animals you probably didn’t know existed.
Cookie Cutter Sharks
I know. Pretty disgusting, right? (Actually the last one is kinda cute). One question you might be wondering is, "Why give such a cute name to such an ugly fish?" Well, It’s not all about looks. It’s about the action they perform. Cookie cutter sharks cut an almost-perfect hole right in the center of their food. You can look it up if you want, but it’s still disgusting. Cookie cutter sharks mostly eat smaller animals whole, but larger animals, like whales, (yes you heard me) create a miniature hole in their meal.
Emperor Helmet Snail
I know it looks just like a shell, but it’s not. I don’t blame you. If you really look at the shell, you can see a tiny snail in there. See it? Yeah, me neither. Surprisingly, they are not as boring as you think. They have rainbow colored shells when it’s not covered in algae. Sometimes you will see just the tops of the shells because they bury themselves in the sea bed.
Ten-Tentacled Burrowing Anemone
I know this might just look like another sea flower, but it’s really the Ten-Tentacled Burrowing Anemone! This creature preys with stinging tentacles on small crustaceans like copepods. Most clownfish live in anemone, but there is no record of clownfish living in this type of anemone.
The Vaquita
I know what you’re thinking. Why this animal? It’s just another dolphin. Well, if you are thinking that, you are completely, COMPLETELY, wrong! The Vaquita is actually the #1 most endangered animal in the world, with only 6-8 Vaquitas left! Studies show that the Vaquita population declined by 34% from 2011-2015. The Vaquita just might be months away from extinction, so we must do everything we can to stop that! (Just look at that face!)
Patagonian Mara
Looking at this adorable creature, it feels like you’ve seen this face before.(I know I do) but don't mistake it for a capybara or a hare! It is, in fact, a Patagonian Mara. Despite its size, it is actually a member of the rodent family! (Imagine their Holidays) The Mara is a protected species, however back then people used to hunt their fur for rugs and other household items.
The Blue Dragon
Five words- DO NOT ATTEMPT HOLDING THEM. Unlike that last picture, the blue dragon’s sting is actually venomous. If you don't handle them carefully, it could lead to some trouble. Being stung by one would be excruciating and most likely cause welts on exposed skin. These tiny creatures can be found mostly in the Texas waters, but they are no stranger to Florida and Hawaii. (To be honest, I don’t know where it’s face is 😅)
Bare-hearted glass frog
The Bare-hearted glass frog is exactly as the name suggests. It’s a frog with a clear chest and stomach that shows a clear vision of its heart, stomach, intestines, and basically every organ. I know what you’re probably thinking right now: “What in the world?” That was what I first said too when I heard of it. Scientists can use this frog to see how the environment is doing, for better or worse.
Orange Tortoise Spider
Awwww! If we needed any more species of spider, It would be this one. Orange tortoise spiders are not harmful to humans. Their venom is only as harmful as a bee sting, but they can be a little aggressive. Measured at 8 millimeters or 0.3 inches, this little cutie can be recognized by its abdomen, which resembles a tortoise shell.
Goblin Shark
There is no light way to put this: This thing is ugly, like something straight out of a horror movie. Scientists actually call this creature a living fossil, because it has changed very little since 100 million years ago. Every creature has a purpose, but why does this creature need to come from planet Mars?