Caracal

Caracals are wild cats that are found in Africa and the Middle East. One of the unique features of Caracal is its ability to adapt in various habitats. It has long and flexible ears that can hear even ultrasonic sounds. It is also equipped with strong hind limbs that help in leaping high up in the sky to catch birds..

Fennec Fox

The fennec fox (Vulpes zerda) is found in North Africa and the Sahara. Its unique feature is its ears that are large and can grow up to 15 cm long. These ears reflect heat away from  its body and even allow it to trace subterranean prey. The fennec fox is a predominantly nocturnal animal. It is the national animal of Algeria.

Candy Crab

The candy crab (Hoplophrys) has no closely related species. It is a crab that can grow up to 2 cm long and  has the ability to camouflage itself in bright colors so as to match the various colors of its surroundings. It is found in the Indian and Pacific Oceans.

Swallow-Tailed Hummingbird

The swallow-tailed hummingbird (Eupetomena macroura) is found in east and central South America. Its unique feature is its long forked tail that comprises half of the bird’s 16 cm length. Its plumage is a combination of green, blue, and purple, and its wings flutter at around 20 beats per second, which allows it to hover while sucking the nectar.