Limitless

Lorenzo Diana | Tara Pizza thief… So cute!

Hedgehog by Edwin Kats

Fisher by Irene

Although snow leopards freely cross the international boundaries of 12 countries, their secretive behavior and remote habitat among the highest mountains in the world add to their mystery. (photo: Paul E.M.)

Pallas Cat by gillianjack

lovely palmetto tortoise beetle sons. look at their sweet feets, look at their darling dimples

I remembered reading this in a book once, and after a bit of research I found it! In Tomas Eisner’s For Love of Insects, (phenomenal book, btw), he showcases an experiment where researchers tested the strength of this little beetle’s feet using a pulley system, wax, and a succession of larger weights. The beetle was able to withstand 2g of lift-pressure, 148x its own body weight! So yes, please do look at their feet, they are really amazing. 

The term “aardvark” comes from the Afrikaans meaning “earth pig” or “ground pig”.  It has also been colloquially called “African ant bear” or “Cape anteater”.  In reality, however, it is related to neither pigs or anteaters or bears.  It is a completely unique mammal, the most evolutionarily distinct animal in the world.

Look at this perfect baby Cabezon.

We’ve been privileged to work with this unique species & applaud the decision to strengthen protections for the critically endangered pangolin. Details: http://bit.ly/ZNPangolin

tough guy

A Caiman Covered in Butterflies Photographed by Mark Cowan