The blobfish (Psychrolutes marcidus)

     The blobfish is officially considered the ugliest animal in the world. This melted human-face looking creature lives in the deep waters (-2000ft to -4000ft) around Australia, Tasmania and New Zealand. They measure around 11 inches

     Don't hate blobfishes. It's not their fault if they look like this out of the water... In fact, when they are deep under the water, the shape of their face is totally different (and normal looking) due to the extreme pressure.

     The image on the left shows what a blobfish looks like in its usual environment. Due to the low density of its flesh and its lack of muscles, the tremendous change in pressure affects the blobfish's appearance when taken out of the water (as seen above).

Lesser Egyptian jerboa (Jaculus jaculus)

    This tiny rodent lives in the steppes of Northern Africa and of Middle-Eastern regions. It is easily recognizable thanks to its long, bird-like, posterior legs. Its legs and light weight allow the jerboa to hop easily in the sand.

    Living in the arid deserts of the world, it is surprising to learn that these mammals do not need to drink water to survive! In fact, they get all their water needs thanks to the foods they eat (desert grasses, insects, seeds).

 

Pacu Fishes (Serrasalminae pacu)

    Pacu is the term used to describe different species of Serrasalminae fishes in South America. They are similar to piranhas, as they have teeth. The main difference between them and their piranhas cousins: their human-like teeth. Freaky, huh?

       These strange fishes are also know for their fairly massive size. Adults can weigh up to 90 pounds for a length of 30 inches. Not only would they chew your fishing pole, they might pull you to the water if you don't lift!