From Galaxy Frog to Mouse Deer: 10 Rare & Exotic Species Found in Nature
From glowing frogs to pint-sized deer, nature hides extraordinary creatures in remote corners of the world. Here are 10 rare and exotic species that showcase the planet’s incredible biodiversity.
Galaxy Frog: Found in India's Western Ghats, the skin of this frog is starry and bright, looking just like a galaxy. It buries itself underground and appears only seldom, so to spot one is a rare treat. (Image: @supriyasahuias/X)
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Mouse Deer (Chevrotain): A small hoofed mammal that is native to South and Southeast Asia. It has a deer mouse-hybrid appearance and is shy and nocturnal. (Image: Canva)
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Saola (Asian Unicorn): Native to Vietnam and Laos, this rare antelope has long horns and white markings on the face. It's among the world's most endangered mammals. (Image: @theopossumthing/X)
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Pink Fairy Armadillo: Native to Argentina, this small armadillo has delicate pink armour and burrows with glee. It's seldom spotted and suited to dry, sandy environments. (Image: @smithsonian/X)
Glass Frog: With transparent skin, you can view its organs! Native to Central and South America, these frogs live most of their lives at night. (Image: Canva)
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Blue Dragon (Glaucus atlanticus): This small sea slug drifts on oceans and eats deadly jellyfish. Its bright blue hue tells predators to leave it alone. (Image: Canva)
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Aye-Aye (Daubentonia madagascariensis): This Madagascar lemur taps and scoops insects off trees using its elongated middle finger. It's frequently misinterpreted and connected with local myths. (Image: Canva)
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Purple Frog (Nasikabatrachus sahyadrensis): It spends a lot of time buried underground throughout the year, popping up to spawn during monsoons. Its bulbous body and pointed snout make it very distinctive. (Image: @insectbeau/X)
Maned Wolf: Not a fox, not a wolf! This elongated, long-legged mammal inhabits South America's grasslands and is famous for its pungent-smelling scent markings. (Image: Canva)
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Sunda Colugo (Flying Lemur): Although it does not fly, this Southeast Asian gliding mammal can glide from tree to tree using its wide, expansive skin flaps. (Image: Canva)
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