Articles for tag: rare animals

Rare animal, lemur

How to Tell If You’ve Found a Rare Animal in the Wild

Annette Uy

Encountering a rare animal in its natural habitat is a thrilling experience that many nature enthusiasts dream of. The heart races, the mind races, and suddenly, you’re thrust into a world of wonder and excitement. But how can you be sure that the creature you’ve stumbled upon is indeed rare? Understanding the nuances of wildlife ...

Close-up of an American alligator emerging from water in Lakeland, Florida wetlands.

DNA Breakthrough Reveals Two Undiscovered Crocodile Species in the Caribbean

Jan Otte

Scientists assumed for decades that the American crocodile (Crocodylus acutus) was one widespread species along Mexico’s Pacific coast, all the way to Venezuela, and across the Caribbean. But a revolutionary genetic study has destroyed that illusion by finding that two relict populations are completely separate species lurking in plain sight on the islands of Banco ...