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Hello everyone this week I am starting a reference book called World's Most Freaky by Elizabeth Ginis and is published by Australian Geographic in 2019. This book belonged to my grandson Sam aka Leo and he gave it to me to use for my “online thingy” aka my blog.
The book covers Asia, Europe, Africa, Oceania, North America and South America
Within the animal kingdom there's no shortage of creatures that have evolved specialised bodies and techniques for killing their prey or defending their territory. Understanding these animals is the most important step in conserving these species for the future.
Our first creature is the Proboscis Monkey no other primate has such a large, fleshy, dangling nose as the male proboscis monkey. It's believed the nose helps increase the volume of their call, impressing females and intimidating rivals.
They have evolved webbed feet and hands to swim quickly a great help when evading the crocodiles that lurk in the rivers of their native Borneo.
Enthusiastic swimmers, both male and female are often seen launching themselves from trees to belly-flop into water below.
They are unable to eat ripe fruit as the sugar ferments and expands in their bellies causing them to bloat which can be deadly. They eat unripe fruit as well as leaves and seeds.
Habitat destruction throughout Borneo means this big-nosed primate is endangered.
OMG, he's adorable. His nose gives him more of a human-like face. Looks like Jimmy Durante. If you don't know who this is, just google him. He was an American comedian back in the golden age of Hollywood and was known for his prominent nose.
ReplyDeleteHis nose is impressive! His face is very expressive, it would be fun to have a nice chat with him!!
ReplyDeleteI've seen them many times, but that expression is priceless!
ReplyDeleteI have seen these on nature shows. Comical looking characters! :)
ReplyDeleteHe is so cute. I do love his nose.
ReplyDeleteThat's very nice of Leo to lend you his book.
ReplyDeleteLove monkey's to look at.
My gosh, he is the oddest looking animal I have ever seen!
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh.....our odd yet cute that little fellow is.
ReplyDeleteDebby................Yeah I know who Jimmy Durante is or should that be was since he died way back when
ReplyDeleteKathy.....Yeah I get that
Chris.....It is priceless
Rita.......That they are
Chatty.....He is isn't he
Margaret......Yes I am blessed to have Leo
Katie.......Odd for sure
Pam......Yes he is