Scientists have discovered an average of two new species a week in Southeast Asia's Greater Mekong River region. Unusual animals found in this incredibly rich and diverse habitat include Desmoxytes purpurosea, a pink millipede that spews cyanide to defend itself, and Heteropoda maxima, a spider that may be the world's largest with a 12 inch legspan.
National Geographic's slideshow of the animals, and more background at the World Wildlife Fund. Via: Boingboing
Friday, December 19, 2008
Array of strange animals found in Southeast Asia
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