Sunday, April 9, 2017
Friday, April 7, 2017
A Sick Fish Gets A Second Chance Thanks To A Brand New Wheelchair
http://www.bestanimalworld.com/sick-fish-gets-second-chance-thanks-brand-new-wheelchair/
Thursday, April 6, 2017
10 Most Shocking Animals You Probably Didn't Know Exist!
The animal kingdom is quite a majestic one, and there are millions and millions of creatures in it and while you might think you know so much about the animal kingdom and have seen all its constituting animals, it must burst your burble to find out you might only know a fraction of them as many more creatures are being uncovered almost daily. Today we are going to look into some animals in the animal kingdom that are almost barely known. Check out these magnificent nature wonders, which you might have not know existed;
1.Indian Purple Frog (Nasikabatrachus sahyadrensis)
Indian Purple Frog, Photo by: Karthickbala at ta.wikipedia
This specie of frog is found in India and belongs to the Sooglossidae family. They are usually called the "Pignose frog" because they have a snout like that of a pig and a stout body. Even more odd about this frog is that they live entirely underground and only emerge when it’s time to breed; for the sole purpose of breeding, they might come up to surface for about two weeks looking for a mate. After mating they immediately disappear underground until their next mating season.
2.Sunda Colugo (Galeopterus variegatus)
The Sunda Colugo also known as the Malayan colugo is found all across Asia. They are related to the lemur and are nicknamed the flying lemurs; despite what this nickname might suggest, the Sunda Colugos` are actually flightless. However it can glide from tree to tree. They have a lean, extended limb, large claw with a long tail, with head like that of a fox. Only three species have being known to be found in the genus of the Colugo. Their regular diets are; flowers, shoots, small fruits and leaves. When fully grown can measure up to 42cm in length. It should be noted that colugos are nocturnal creatures and sleep in the tree during the day.
3. Axolotl (Ambystoma mexicanum)
Axolotl are commonly known as the "Mexican Walking Fish". This creature looks like a fish, but it isn’t a fish. They are a species of salamanders hitherto found in several lakes in the Valley of Mexico, but today, are only found only in Lake Xochimilco. It is unusual in that this salamander reaches sexual maturity and procreates in its larval stage. Axolotls maintain their gills, lean skin, and finned tails and can grow to about 30cm. It is an amphibian, which means it has both lungs and gills. The retention of their larval physiognomy appears to be caused by its ecological pressure; the surroundings became dry and infertile to maintain amphibious animals, but the lakes in which the axolotls are born provided cool, good shelter, aerated water, and an abundance of food. They almost never come out of water. They hold their breath and take in oxygen using their gills. Axolotls are close relations of salamanders and when fully mature look very similar to a baby salamander, but a baby salamanders would eventually mature and change in look.
4. Dumbo Octopus (Grimpoteuthis)
Known as Grimpoteuthisis, this is a mollusk that lives in the depth of the ocean at about 4000 meters below surface and because of the almost complete absence of light that deep; it has poor eyesight and can grow up to 20cm in length. They are rather gelatinous and soft-bodied with a set of fins which are situated at their mantle webbings. They swim by pulsing their webbed arms, which pushes water through. The Dumbo octopus swims by moving its ear-like fins. They have ears similar to that of an elephant dumbo; a Walt Disney's flying elephant. They are fast swimmers and can quickly escape predators when being hunted.
5. The Frogfish (Lophiformes )
Also known as the “Anglerfish” are in the biological order of Lophiformes. The amazing physical mimicry of frogfish is way beyond any animal in the world. They can literary transform into anything! Then can transform into any object or a figure in their proximity. And not only do they transform their shape, the colors of the mimicked object/animal isn’t left out of its trick. Their camouflage is very vital and is often used to evade predators. Some frogfish, like the pufferfish, can also inflate their body by sucking in water. This strategy is often utilized to lure preys, the appearance often interest passersby and if an unsuspecting but curious fishes comes near, the frogfish opens its mouth at an incredible speed which creates a suction that engulfs its prey; they are one of the fastest feeding vertebrates known to science.
6. Red-lipped Batfish(Ogcocephalus darwini)
The red-lipped batfish are one of the weirdest of the members of the underwater kingdom and are the main residents of the Cocos Island. They have been known to be rather poor swimmers and prefer walking on the floor of the ocean using their pectoral fins as legs. Their name was derived from their bright red lips. They hunt by tricking preys with a shinny ‘lure’ projection propelled from their head. When this fish species reaches adulthood, their dorsal fin transforms into a lone spine and with it, the red lipped batfish lures preys. Their regular diet consists of crabs, shrimps, mollusks and small fishes
7.Lowland Streaked Tenrec (Hemicentetes semispinosus)
They are Madagascan insectivore relations of the hedgehog. They are about 160 to 190 millimeters long. They are insectivores and like other insectivores, have a pointy snout with which they root out insects, grubs, and worms. They have a black color with yellow stripes on their back and a yellow crown which fades into black as you move closer to its nose. During the intense hot summers they enter a state of hibernation, like the hedgehog. Unlike most other insectivores, this specie and a very few others live in groups; a family unit of about twenty would live in burrow together.
8. Barreleye (Opisthoproctidae)
These fish got their name because of their telescoping eyes which are barrel-shaped and are located inside a protective crystal care dome of soft tissue covering the head of the fish which protects the eyes from the attacks of predators. These species are often referred to as the "Spook Fish". They live in deep spaces of the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian Ocean. As stated earlier, the common name of the Barreleye Fish was derived from the unique nature of its eyes, which are orbs like and are generally directed upward, they are capable of moving their eyes in all directions.
9. Tree Kangaroos (Dendrolagus )
Tree kangaroos are found in the rainforests of eastern Indonesia and Papua New Guinea. They can weigh up to 14kg. These amazing creatures are able to jump as high as 20 meters. Their movements are highly unusual for macropods this is because they walk rather than hop. They have a long tail; the terminal of the tail has a half blackish brown, which is used for counterbalance when climbing. They are nocturnal animals, so they spend their day sleeping on a tree. The tree kangaroo is primarily a leaf eater and has a big sacculated stomach that allows the ingestion of large quantities of leaves. They are known to feed on the leaves of the Silkwood as well as fruit and maize from farms on the edge of the rainforest.
10.Pink Amazon River Dolphin (Inia geoffrensis)
As the name suggests, they have a distinct pink color and are considered the most charming among the Amazon River dolphin species. The pink Amazon River dolphin lives in Amazon and is the largest species of freshwater dolphin. It feeds on crabs, fish and catfish and is rarely hunted by animals other than humans. It is proven that all river dolphins have poor eyesight while scientists think some river dolphins are blind. The river dolphins hunt and communicate using echolocation just like any other dolphin species. An adult Amazon River dolphin can reach an impressive size of 8ft in length.
Wednesday, April 5, 2017
Why Monkey Can Not Be Your Ideal Pet
As a child, you probably asked your parents if you could have a pet. Whilst most children asked for fish, hamsters, maybe even a dog, many of us would have loved our own little monkey to take care of. However, this may not have been a good an idea as you had thought at the time..
Monkeys really aren’t that healthy
Monkeys actually carry a lot of diseases that may cause harm to your family. There are a number of ‘Zoonotic’ diseases that can be passed from your pet monkey to you, without any real danger being made clear.
It could be a lifelong commitment
Most domesticated animals, dogs for example, typically don’t live too much longer than 10 years. Monkeys on the other hand, can live up to 40 years! That’s one hell of a commitment for just one pet.
Monkeys are used to the wild, they can be aggressive...
Wildlife can be dangerous at the best of times, so it’s no surprise that monkeys can sometimes be aggressive. Steal their seat on the sofa or eat some of their food and there’s a chance you may be on the wrong end of your monkeys wrath.
...and also very messy!
There’s no need to clean up after yourself in the jungle, so it’s going to be up to you to clean up your monkey’s mess. Monkeys are prone to throw their faeces around, so this could be a disgusting task!
Monkeys and apes can actually grow larger than humans
Depending on the type of monkey you are hoping to buy, you could be looking at owning a very large pet. Can you afford to give your pet it’s own room? I think most family’s would find this a struggle.
Do you have your own jungle in your backyard?
Monkeys need to be out and about for the majority of their day. If you can’t offer the chance to swing through trees and adventure outside, you might have to look elsewhere.
Monkeys aren’t used to strict meal plans
In the wild, a monkey can swing from tree to tree picking up as much food as they like. At home, they may get restless if they aren’t getting the meals they are after. Will you be able to keep up with their demand?
What if your monkey gets ill?
I’m willing to guess that your local vet doesn’t get many monkeys through their front door. If your monkey does get ill, you are going to have a tough time finding a specialist who will be able to treat your little friend.
Monkeys cost how much?!
Most first pets cost little more than £50. A monkey on the other hand, can cost upwards of £4,000! If you’re wanting the perfect monkey, you best be prepared to pay up around £8,000.
Paperwork, paperwork, paperwork
Before you are allowed to get your new pet, your local and national authorities will require a surprising amount of paperwork to be filled out. Unlike buying a new hamster at your local pet store, the process can take weeks, with no guarantee of a permit at the end of it.
So although you may have always dreamt of owning a pet monkey, it may not be the best idea for your household pet. Why not set your sights a little lower, who doesn’t love dogs anyway?
Why Monkey Can Not Be Your Ideal Pet
As a child, you probably asked your parents if you could have a pet. Whilst most children asked for fish, hamsters, maybe even a dog, many of us would have loved our own little monkey to take care of. However, this may not have been a good an idea as you had thought at the time..
Monkeys really aren’t that healthy
Monkeys actually carry a lot of diseases that may cause harm to your family. There are a number of ‘Zoonotic’ diseases that can be passed from your pet monkey to you, without any real danger being made clear.
It could be a lifelong commitment
Most domesticated animals, dogs for example, typically don’t live too much longer than 10 years. Monkeys on the other hand, can live up to 40 years! That’s one hell of a commitment for just one pet.
Monkeys are used to the wild, they can be aggressive...
Wildlife can be dangerous at the best of times, so it’s no surprise that monkeys can sometimes be aggressive. Steal their seat on the sofa or eat some of their food and there’s a chance you may be on the wrong end of your monkeys wrath.
...and also very messy!
There’s no need to clean up after yourself in the jungle, so it’s going to be up to you to clean up your monkey’s mess. Monkeys are prone to throw their faeces around, so this could be a disgusting task!
Monkeys and apes can actually grow larger than humans
Depending on the type of monkey you are hoping to buy, you could be looking at owning a very large pet. Can you afford to give your pet it’s own room? I think most family’s would find this a struggle.
Do you have your own jungle in your backyard?
Monkeys need to be out and about for the majority of their day. If you can’t offer the chance to swing through trees and adventure outside, you might have to look elsewhere.
Monkeys aren’t used to strict meal plans
In the wild, a monkey can swing from tree to tree picking up as much food as they like. At home, they may get restless if they aren’t getting the meals they are after. Will you be able to keep up with their demand?
What if your monkey gets ill?
I’m willing to guess that your local vet doesn’t get many monkeys through their front door. If your monkey does get ill, you are going to have a tough time finding a specialist who will be able to treat your little friend.
Monkeys cost how much?!
Most first pets cost little more than £50. A monkey on the other hand, can cost upwards of £4,000! If you’re wanting the perfect monkey, you best be prepared to pay up around £8,000.
Paperwork, paperwork, paperwork
Before you are allowed to get your new pet, your local and national authorities will require a surprising amount of paperwork to be filled out. Unlike buying a new hamster at your local pet store, the process can take weeks, with no guarantee of a permit at the end of it.
So although you may have always dreamt of owning a pet monkey, it may not be the best idea for your household pet. Why not set your sights a little lower, who doesn’t love dogs anyway?
Tuesday, April 4, 2017
Monday, April 3, 2017
10 Ways To Protect Your Dog From Snake Bites
Ways To Protect Your Dog From Snake Bites
Essentially the likelihood of a snake nibble is startling, however if your dog is eaten by a snake, it will be something past alarming; it will be life-undermining. Find how to shield your dog from poisonous snake nibbles and what to do if your canine is ever chomped.
1. Consider immunization.
This is additional of a preemptive degree than a deterrent one, however on the off chance that you trust there's a high probability of your puppy being bitten because of the reality you live in an especially snakey zone, get them inoculated for snake chomps. Directly, the fundamental snake bite antibody is focused to the chomps of snake snakes. presently not every venomous snake are snakers, but rather all snakers are dangerous and they're the main guilty parties. most snake chomps have a tendency to be snaker nibbles.
2. Keep up them on a rope.
Try not to permit your puppy meander indiscriminately in a range you saw to have snakes. in spite of the way that it's your back yard, save your canine chained in your seat so they don't cross sniffing in a capacity wind environment.
3.Hold them on a fast chain.
In the event that you're required about your puppy getting bit even as on a walk, the palatable answer is to hold the canine on a short rope, not an extender chain, to protect them from likely perilous snake spots.
4. Remain on trail.
on the off chance that you're out trekking, don't meander away way. in case you're basically walking around your neighborhood, remain at the walkway. Winds for the most part watch out for considerations their own business endeavor inasmuch as you do, as well.
5. Evade expansive rocks or thick grass.
Snakes are heartless, so they're keen on cool spots like underneath rocks or somewhere down in the long grass of an open territory.
6. Wind confirmation your yard.
Establishing your terrace fence into the floor may be excessively required for you, however you could safeguard it spotless, legitimate? keep up your grass short and don't leave something which could speak to rodents (otherwise known as snake nibbles). in the event that you have kindling, stack it faraway from your home to hold mice from lodging there.
7. Circumstance your canine to come when it sees a snake.
at whatever point you see that your canine sees a snake, call it to you. bolster the lead with treats. Make going to break down the snake appear like a real uninteresting thought in contrast with the greater part of the affection and treats you bring to the table.
8. On the off chance that you focus a snake, don't pass that way.
Or, on the other hand essentially cross inward, if it's an alternative. The fascinating perspective about snakes especially is they genuinely needn't bother with whatever to do with you. They even have a noisemaker associated with its tail to make sure you perceive where they might be and allow them to sit unbothered. I propose you oblige them.
9. Try not to give them a chance to play with dead snakes.
It could be dead, yet the venom put away in its edge is as toxic as ever. on the off chance that your dog by chance bit into the venom it may be no particular than if they had been chomped.
10. What to do if your dog is ever bitten by a snake.
Give the canine medical aid promptly and contact your Vet immediately in light of the fact that 75% of puppies will survive if treated rapidly.
10 Ways To Protect Your Dog From Snake Bites
Ways To Protect Your Dog From Snake Bites
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Essentially the likelihood of a snake nibble is startling, however if your dog is eaten by a snake, it will be something past alarming; it will be life-undermining. Find how to shield your dog from poisonous snake nibbles and what to do if your canine is ever chomped.
1. Consider immunization.
This is additional of a preemptive degree than a deterrent one, however on the off chance that you trust there's a high probability of your puppy being bitten because of the reality you live in an especially snakey zone, get them inoculated for snake chomps. Directly, the fundamental snake bite antibody is focused to the chomps of snake snakes. presently not every venomous snake are snakers, but rather all snakers are dangerous and they're the main guilty parties. most snake chomps have a tendency to be snaker nibbles.
2. Keep up them on a rope.
Try not to permit your puppy meander indiscriminately in a range you saw to have snakes. in spite of the way that it's your back yard, save your canine chained in your seat so they don't cross sniffing in a capacity wind environment.
3.Hold them on a fast chain.
In the event that you're required about your puppy getting bit even as on a walk, the palatable answer is to hold the canine on a short rope, not an extender chain, to protect them from likely perilous snake spots.
4. Remain on trail.
on the off chance that you're out trekking, don't meander away way. in case you're basically walking around your neighborhood, remain at the walkway. Winds for the most part watch out for considerations their own business endeavor inasmuch as you do, as well.
5. Evade expansive rocks or thick grass.
Snakes are heartless, so they're keen on cool spots like underneath rocks or somewhere down in the long grass of an open territory.
6. Wind confirmation your yard.
Establishing your terrace fence into the floor may be excessively required for you, however you could safeguard it spotless, legitimate? keep up your grass short and don't leave something which could speak to rodents (otherwise known as snake nibbles). in the event that you have kindling, stack it faraway from your home to hold mice from lodging there.
7. Circumstance your canine to come when it sees a snake.
at whatever point you see that your canine sees a snake, call it to you. bolster the lead with treats. Make going to break down the snake appear like a real uninteresting thought in contrast with the greater part of the affection and treats you bring to the table.
8. On the off chance that you focus a snake, don't pass that way.
Or, on the other hand essentially cross inward, if it's an alternative. The fascinating perspective about snakes especially is they genuinely needn't bother with whatever to do with you. They even have a noisemaker associated with its tail to make sure you perceive where they might be and allow them to sit unbothered. I propose you oblige them.
9. Try not to give them a chance to play with dead snakes.
It could be dead, yet the venom put away in its edge is as toxic as ever. on the off chance that your dog by chance bit into the venom it may be no particular than if they had been chomped.
10. What to do if your dog is ever bitten by a snake.
Give the canine medical aid promptly and contact your Vet immediately in light of the fact that 75% of puppies will survive if treated rapidly.
10 Ways To Protect Your Dog From Snake Bites
Ways To Protect Your Dog From Snake Bites
[flickr size="large" float="center"]https://www.flickr.com/photos/suckamc/8373266717/[/flickr]
Essentially the likelihood of a snake nibble is startling, however if your dog is eaten by a snake, it will be something past alarming; it will be life-undermining. Find how to shield your dog from poisonous snake nibbles and what to do if your canine is ever chomped.
1. Consider immunization.
This is additional of a preemptive degree than a deterrent one, however on the off chance that you trust there's a high probability of your puppy being bitten because of the reality you live in an especially snakey zone, get them inoculated for snake chomps. Directly, the fundamental snake bite antibody is focused to the chomps of snake snakes. presently not every venomous snake are snakers, but rather all snakers are dangerous and they're the main guilty parties. most snake chomps have a tendency to be snaker nibbles.
2. Keep up them on a rope.
Try not to permit your puppy meander indiscriminately in a range you saw to have snakes. in spite of the way that it's your back yard, save your canine chained in your seat so they don't cross sniffing in a capacity wind environment.
3.Hold them on a fast chain.
In the event that you're required about your puppy getting bit even as on a walk, the palatable answer is to hold the canine on a short rope, not an extender chain, to protect them from likely perilous snake spots.
4. Remain on trail.
on the off chance that you're out trekking, don't meander away way. in case you're basically walking around your neighborhood, remain at the walkway. Winds for the most part watch out for considerations their own business endeavor inasmuch as you do, as well.
5. Evade expansive rocks or thick grass.
Snakes are heartless, so they're keen on cool spots like underneath rocks or somewhere down in the long grass of an open territory.
6. Wind confirmation your yard.
Establishing your terrace fence into the floor may be excessively required for you, however you could safeguard it spotless, legitimate? keep up your grass short and don't leave something which could speak to rodents (otherwise known as snake nibbles). in the event that you have kindling, stack it faraway from your home to hold mice from lodging there.
7. Circumstance your canine to come when it sees a snake.
at whatever point you see that your canine sees a snake, call it to you. bolster the lead with treats. Make going to break down the snake appear like a real uninteresting thought in contrast with the greater part of the affection and treats you bring to the table.
8. On the off chance that you focus a snake, don't pass that way.
Or, on the other hand essentially cross inward, if it's an alternative. The fascinating perspective about snakes especially is they genuinely needn't bother with whatever to do with you. They even have a noisemaker associated with its tail to make sure you perceive where they might be and allow them to sit unbothered. I propose you oblige them.
9. Try not to give them a chance to play with dead snakes.
It could be dead, yet the venom put away in its edge is as toxic as ever. on the off chance that your dog by chance bit into the venom it may be no particular than if they had been chomped.
10. What to do if your dog is ever bitten by a snake.
Give the canine medical aid promptly and contact your Vet immediately in light of the fact that 75% of puppies will survive if treated rapidly.
Sunday, April 2, 2017
Saturday, April 1, 2017
Boy With Vitiligo Meets A Dog With Same Condition
Photo by Twitter
Humans are often known to change lives of others. But would it sound aberrant if I mention here of a dog who not only brought a change to better but also helped the kids out there who had something in common with this dog.
Rowdy, a white eyed 13 year purebred Labrador, living with his mom Niki Umbenhower, in Canby, Oregon, has broken the stereotypic exhibits to become an internet sensation these days. Not just this, he has won million of hearts with his passionate relationship with the kids suffering from the same disease as him-VITILIGO.
Niki had been observing some white patches near Rowdy’s eyes which she thought to be an ageing sign but it was only later that she discovered it to be Vitiligo - a long term disease characterized by white patches on the skin caused by the destruction of the cells/tissues causing pigmentation. Niki, now could understand the embarrassment people suffering from this disease felt whenever they were out on the street. She refused to give up on it and decided to use this condition of Rowdy to educate people and mark the beginning of a change that Rowdy had to accomplish.
She began this by creating a facebook page for Rowdy. “I have had a crazy life! I am most proud of the fact that I help support children with vitiligo!” Rowdy also has his own website and the YouTube video to create awareness. Very soon, it took all over the internet. People sharing the same disease now easily connected with him, especially the children. Even on streets, Rowdy never failed to grab everyone’s attention and get himself clicked with them, for now he was no less than a celeb.
This internet story rolled around and caught the eyes of an 8-year old Carter Blanchard from Searcy, Arkansas, who found resemblance with Rowdy’s condition and also to the fact that they developed this condition in the same month. The disease now became a bridge between the two.
Stephanie Adcock, the mother of Carter Blanchard, told Oregon television station KATU that Carter had developed this hatred for his face and found it embarrassing in school or in public places. Stephanie did all that she could to get her child a normal life, but the faded colour of Carter’s skin wouldn’t let her do so. Finding Rowdy, a famous Vitiligo attacked dog, on the internet somewhere arouse that hope in her. It was then that she showed the you-tube videos and facebook page of Rowdy to Carter, only to find a huge bright smile on her son’s face.
Carter was excited to find Rowdy and to know that he shared the same traits with Rowdy which made him famous. Carter and Rowdy became long-distant but good friends. This virtual friendship not just changed Carter’s perspective towards his life but also helped other kids out there.
Rowdy headed toward his declining days and it was then that Carter decided to meet him finally. A GoFundMe page was set up on March 15 to raise money for Blancard to fly to Oregon to meet his penpal. It was called ‘Road To Rowdy.’ One anonymous donor who saw the story on KATU news donated $5,000 for the mother and son to travel on a plane on March 18 to meet Rowdy.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4fPSl9x29mo
This unconventional special friends’ pictures and videos took over the entire internet.