Animal of the day – 7/31/2010 – The African Bullfrog

African Bullfrog

The animal of the day is the African Bullfrog. (Did you know: These  frogs will eat anything that fits into their mouths, and considering their size, that’s alot of things. They will eat your baby. These are a super invasive species that have displaced many native frogs in America and Australia [they’re originally from Africa]. They are also one of the few amphibians that take care of their young, the males will guard the nest after the females lay their eggs!)

Note: I’ve just been informed by a reader that it’s the American Bullfrog that is the invasive one! Sorry for my inaccuracy!

Animal of the day – 7/30/2010 – The Tasmanian Devil

Tasmanian Devil

The animal of the day is the Tasmanian Devil. (Did you know: The tasmanian devil is the largest carnivorous marsupial left on the planet! They also store all their fat in their tails, so you can identify the health status of a devil by looking at how thick or thin the tail is. Thin tails mean sick devil. These poor guys are dying out due to a facial cancer that seems to be attacking the whole population.)

This is not a Tasmanian Devil. It is a cartoon. Oh man, Looney Toons was awesome!

Animal of the day – 7/29/2010 – The Common Raven

Common Raven

The animal of the day is the Common Raven. (Did you know: The Raven family of birds is considered to be among the most intelligent animals. Their problem solving skills and ability to survive anywhere has made them quite a successful species. Many myths and folklore tell stories praising the ingenuity of these awesome birds. They have been known to live up to 40 years!)

That's so Raven...though she is not a Raven. Do you remember when she was on the Cosby show?!

Animal of the day – 7/28/2010 – Hawksbill Sea Turtle

Hawksbill Sea Turtle

The animal of the day is the Hawksbill Sea Turtle. (Did you know: Sea turtles feed on stuff that most other animals in the ocean can’t handle! This includes sponges which have large amounts of silica, and very poisonous jelly-fish! Also, I learned from Life of Pi that if ur stranded out in the ocean, turtle blood is drinkable since it won’t contain any salt!)

Note: I am not endorsing killing turtles and drinking their blood. Please don’t do this, Gatorade is much more refreshing I’m sure.

Animal of the day – 7/27/2010 – Pug

Pug

The animal of the day is the Pug. (Did you know: Pugs were originally bred to sit on the lap of a king! All the old english kings loved these guys. I personally think they look like someone kicked them in the face, but that’s just me. They’re just ugly enough to be cute I guess. Two of my best friends have 5 of these crazy lil dogs!)

Animal of the day – 7/26/2010 – Black Bear

Black Bear

The animal of the day is the Black Bear. (Did you know: These types of Bears are best. Also, they eat beets. Bears. Beets. Battlestar Galactica.)

Animal of the day – 7/25/2010 – Toucan

Toucan

The animal of the day is the Toucan. (Did you know: That big ole bill is not as heavy as it looks! It’s actually porous so it’s quite light. It’s also slightly serrated which lead naturalists to think that toucan’s were carnivorous, feeding on fish. However, toucans are actually omnivorous, eating mainly fruits, and some insects or lizards when they can.)

Animal of the day – 7/24/2010 – African Elephant

This is not a real elephant. It's a statue in Florida. I'm not even sure if it's a statue of an African Elephant because of the small ears. I had to put it up anyway, cuz it looks so happy and drunk!.

The animal of the day is the African Elephant. (Did you know: When the Marula tree drops it’s fruit every year, elephants that eat them get drunk! They’ve been seen wobbling away after eating a bunch of the overripe alcohol laced fruit!) Ypsilanti Beer festival is today, and I plan on getting Wobbly like an elephant!

This is a real African Elephant.

Animal of the day – 07/23/2010 – Damsel Fly

Damsel Fly

The animal of the day is the Damselfly. (Did you know: Oh man are these flies awesome! 1) When they mate, the make a characteristic heart shape as the male holds the female down with his tail. 2) They lay their eggs underwater, and in an amazing feat of strength, the female has to propel herself out of the water with her wings! REDONK!)

Animal of the day – 07/22/2010 – Great Panda

Great Panda

The animal of the day is the Giant Panda. (Did you know: They lose all interest in reproduction once they are captured. This has lead to scientists showing them Panda porn, and giving the males Viagra!)