Apr 27, 2024, 05:27 PM IST
Hoatzin: What sets them apart is their ability to digest leaves through a fermentation process similar to that of cows, thanks to specialised foregut chambers.
Archerfish: Found in Southeast Asia and Australia, these fish are skilled hunters that shoot down insects with water jets.
Aye-aye: It taps on trees to locate grubs, then gnaws holes into the wood using its specialised elongated middle finger to extract the insects.
Sun bear: This bear species, found in Southeast Asia, has a fondness for honey and will go to great lengths to obtain it.
Star-nosed mole: They use these appendages to probe the ground for worms, insects, and other small invertebrates, allowing them to hunt in complete darkness.
Kiwi: New Zealand's iconic bird, the kiwi, has a long, slender bill that it uses to probe the ground for worms, insects, and other invertebrates.
Fossa: Native to Madagascar, the fossa is a carnivore that primarily feeds on lemurs. However, it's also known to eat fruits, insects, and even carrion when other food sources are scarce.