Thursday, February 20, 2014

Top 10 Weidest Animals On Earth - Part [1/2]

10

Gharial

gharial crocodile
Usually found in northern India, this large species of crocodile spends most of its life in the water. The bulbous growth on the nose of males is used during mating to produce gurgling and bubbling sounds.
9

Naked Neck Chicken

naked neck chicken
An uncommon sight on any continent except for Europe, it goes without saying but this breed of chicken has feathers everywhere except for its neck
8

Hispaniolan Solenodon

solenodon
This is one of the few species of mammal capable of producing toxic saliva but because it was the dominant predator on the island of Hispaniola prior to colonization it has not developed any effective defenses to ward off predators like dogs and cats that were introduced by human settlers.
7

Shoebill

shoebill
Related to storks and also known as a Whalehead, it should be obvious where this east African bird gets its name from. It is one of the largest birds in the world and can grow to be over 1 meter tall.
6

Saiga

saiga
A very unique looking antelope, the Saiga is known for its distinctive nose that protrudes down over its mouth. It has been known for its efficiency at reproducing in spite of human encroachment upon its habitat, although in recent years it has become more endangered.


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