Why the Kiang is a Bad-Ass

…but not an exaggerated way of saying “king”.

The Javan Langur is More Than Just Sideburns

It has a wardrobe change too!

Taking a Break For a Bit

A big thank you to my followers. I’ll be back soon.

Inaccessible Rail. Ha Ha, What?

Surprisingly not a translation error.

8 Things I learned at Crocodiles of the World

  …an awesome little zoo in Oxfordshire, UK. 1) You obviously don’t keep reptiles outdoors in low temperatures, you idiot …

The Harvest Mouse Likes Things in Threes

…except trouble. Too bad it’s a tiny rodent then!

The Greenland Shark is as Dark as the Horse it Apparently Ate

When you live for centuries, you collect a few secrets.

The Faint-banded Sea Snake Likes Soft Bottoms

Well it needs something to get your attention, now it’s no longer the most venomous snake.

Who Loves Physics? The Easter Island Flyingfish, For One

Can you guess where it lives and what it does?

Doberman Pinscher, Or Devil Dog?

It depends on who you ask.

This Deep Sea Nightmare Has Headlights for Eyes

Even the colossal squid wants the spotlight on other things.

Why the Blue Wildebeest Isn’t Just Background Noise

…or carnivore fodder, for that matter.

The World’s Biggest Raptor Prefers to Dine Out

Well, who wouldn’t?

Espresso! (1st October-26th December 2019)

Pre-emptive Happy New Year! Here’s a look back at the last 26 animals, complete with the stuff I missed. In …

Zarafasaura was the puzzle piece that made a puzzle

To be fair, it would have left you in pieces too.

The Yellow-bellied Robin is Here to Confuse Your Christmas

It does have a Santa beard though.

Xenosmilus is the grittier name for “cookie-cutter panda cat”

I dare you to say that to its face.

Western European Hedgehog! Please Be Consistent in Your Hardiness

You’re cute, but spiky, prickly, but delicate. You make an adorable lack of sense!

The Volcano Clawed Frog Looks Dormant, But is Complicated Inside

It could do with an explosion, though.

The Umbrellabird Has Concerns Other Than the Rain

…and some awkward 19th century stories, too.