July112011

Patagonian Mara

South America // Near Threatened // Rodentia // image source

Fun Fact: Although they resemble rabbits, maras are more closely related to guinea pigs and cavies. 

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June182011

Tasseled Wobbegong

Western Pacific Ocean // Near Threatened // Chondrichthyes // image source

Fun Fact: This shark’s name comes from an Aboriginal word meaning “shaggy beard”.

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June152011

Luzon Bleeding-Heart

Southeast Asia // Near Threatened // Columbiformes // image source

Fun Fact: The Luzon bleeding-heart is found only on certain islands in the Philippines. 

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