Why is the Unexpected Cotton Rat Unexpected?
It may sound like a meme, but that’s its name. That or “Ecuadorean cotton rat”, if you’re feeling less adventurous. …
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The Umbrellabird Has Concerns Other Than the Rain
…and some awkward 19th century stories, too.
The Unstreaked Tit-Tyrant. Because How Could I Ignore That Name.
Note to self: only research with the Latin name.
Is the Umbrella Conger Shady or Sheltered?
The umbrella conger eel doesn’t look like its name, but it’s well covered. From scrutiny, anyway.
Unescoceratops. Because “Dinosaur-Provincial-Park-a-Ceratops” Was Too Long
This little dino has a big name on its shoulders. Which is impressive since it doesn’t even have any. Well …
Ural Owl
The Ural owl is gorgeous and floofy. Just don’t mess with its nest. That’s not a joke by the way. …
Ultimate Shrew (really)
There’s an animal called the “ultimate shrew”. But what kind of “ultimate”?
Coffee and Creatures 