South-America
Xenotarsosaurus
Xenotarsosaurus was one of the first fossils discovered in South America's Bajo Barreal formation.
Yellowthroat
They forage near the ground, searching leaves for insects
Stupendemys
The largest freshwater turtle known to have ever lived!
Upland Sandpiper
They make jerky movements as they walk through the grass, searching for food.
Green Bottle Blue Tarantula
The spiderlings look very different than the adults.
Bark Scorpion
Glow under UV light
Chilean Rose Tarantula
They can cling to the side of an aquarium.
Brazilian Black Tarantula
They seem to move in slow motion.
Black Tarantula
They can grow to be 7 inches long!
Japanese Bantam Chicken
Japanese bantam chickens are the best flying chicken species
Brazilian Treehopper
They feed on tree sap!
Ovenbird
The ovenbird is named for its unusual nest, which is shaped like an oven!
Bark Beetle
Not all bark beetles feed on a tree's bark. Some species feed on fruits, seeds, and other parts of the plant
Egret
Most species are relatively vocal, making harsh croaking sounds and squeals.
Flea Beetle
Flea beetles can jump like fleas when threatened.
Water Bug
Some species of water bugs can deliver a painful bite when handled.
Conure
They are intelligent and noisy, often mimicking sounds and learning vocabulary.