Top 15 most beautiful nocturnal animals in the world -PART 2

Top 15 most beautiful nocturnal animals in the world -PART 2

Nocturnal feeding is an animal behavior characterized by nocturnal activity, mainly by sleeping during the day as this reduces the risk of predation, or by excessive daytime temperatures and competition. of other animals. Among the hundreds of species of nocturnal animals, there are many beautiful-looking animals. Let's find out with Toplist!

Grey Wolf

The first image that comes to mind when you think of a wolf, is it a creepy animal howling in the moonlight? But actually, wolves and moonlight are completely unrelated. Because they often howl when active at night, standing howling under the moonlight is an image of human imagination. But it's also undeniable that the howl of wolves scares us. Their howls can be heard very far, to mark their territory or to call out the opposite sex.

 

The gray wolf is the largest of the wolf species found in the world. They are 1m to 1.2m long and weigh up to 65kg. Gray wolves are usually active at night thanks to their very good tracking ability. The cool night temperature also partly makes them save body energy.

 

As superior predators, gray wolves are an integral part of the ecosystem in which they live. Gray wolves live in areas: forests, deserts, mountains, tundra, taiga, and savannahs and even cold snowy regions. Habitat use by gray wolves is strongly correlated with prey abundance, snow conditions, the absence or low density of livestock, road density, human presence and terrain. Figure.

 

In cold climates, gray wolves may reduce blood flow near the skin to conserve body heat. The warmth of the feet is regulated independently of the rest of the body, and is maintained just above the freezing point of the tissue, where the pads come into contact with ice and snow. Gray wolves use different places to rest during the day: covered areas are preferred during cold, wet, and windy weather, while dry-weather wolves often choose open spaces. to rest. During the fall-spring period, when wolves are more active, they are willing to lie outdoors, regardless of their habitat.

 

The actual caves are usually built for the cubs during the summer time. When building burrows, the magpies use natural shelters such as cracks in rocks, cliffs overhanging riverbanks, and holes covered with vegetation. Sometimes this is a suitable cave for smaller animals such as foxes, badgers or marmota. A proper cave is usually expanded and partially reworked. On rare occasions, female wolves burrow themselves, usually small and short with 1-3 holes. Caves are usually built no more than 500 m (550 yd) above the water source, and often face south, thus ensuring adequate sunlight, keeping the negation area relatively snow-free.

Top 15 most beautiful nocturnal animals in the world -PART 2

Grey Wolf

Raccoon weasel

The raccoon, also known as the gray-haired carnivore, is a nocturnal mammal found mainly in wooded areas throughout North America. Regarded as having excellent hearing and sight, they are also known for their thick, beautiful coat and gray-black coloration. In addition to having good vision, Raccoons also have excellent mobility, they can travel about 30km a night in search of food. Raccoon's favorite foods are: Insects, eggs, fish and sometimes they also eat seeds and fruits.

 

As with most exotic pets, owning a Raccoon usually takes a considerable amount of time and patience. Raccoons can act erratically and aggressively and it can be quite difficult to teach them to obey and understand commands. Places where raccoons are kept as pets are not prohibited, such as in Wisconsin and other US states, requiring an exotic pet permit.

 

Sexually mature raccoon ferrets often engage in natural aggressive behavior such as biting during the breeding season. Castrating them at around five or six months of age reduces the chances of developing aggressive behavior. Raccoons can become obese and have other disorders due to poor diet and lack of exercise. When fed with cat food for a long time, Raccoons can develop gout. As for the results of research on their social behavior, it is required by law in Austria and Germany to keep at least two individuals to avoid making them lonely. Raccoons are usually kept in a plantation (indoor or outdoor), which is also a legal requirement in Austria and Germany, rather than in apartments where their natural curiosity can lead to property damage produce.

 

The Raccoon's original habitats were deciduous and mixed forests of North America, but through adaptability it has extended its range to mountainous areas, coastal marshes, and areas. urban areas, where they are considered pests by many homeowners. As a result of intentional evictions and introductions in the mid-20th century, the raccoon is also distributed throughout mainland Europe, the Caucasus, and Japan.

Top 15 most beautiful nocturnal animals in the world -PART 2

Raccoon weasel

Owl

The owl is one of the most popular nocturnal birds. They are found on almost every continent except Antarctica. Possessing a beautiful coat, round head, big eyes. They often find quiet places to hide during the day and hunt at night. Considered to have excellent hearing and vision, it is also a powerful weapon that helps the owl become a killer at night.

 

The fact that the barn owl is completely nocturnal – combined with the eerie sound of its call – has caused it to be seen as a bad omen or a demonic creature in many cultures. But it turns out that barn owls' senses are well suited to hunting at night. But while they can see in the dark up to 100 times more clearly than humans, barn owls can often stalk their prey by sound alone. The fact that one ear is positioned higher than the other allows for a sophisticated mapping system that takes into account vertical as well as horizontal space.

 

Owls are usually brown, gray, and have lighter feathers on the belly and face. They are usually active at night, feeding on insects and other invertebrates. They have rather mischievous eyes, powerful flight with thick, narrow wings. They often migrate seasonally in search of food sources. Owls often nest on tall tree branches, on rooftops, their food is mainly mice, insects and other small birds. The crested owl nesting on the roof makes many people worried and scared. Especially the call of the owl.

Top 15 most beautiful nocturnal animals in the world -PART 2

Owl

 

Eyelash Viper

The Eyelash viper is one of the nocturnal animals found in the tropical forests of Central and South America. They come in different colors such as: Blue, red, green and brown. This is a snake that usually lives on small tree branches and feeds at night. The eyelash snake's venom is strong enough to kill an adult human.

 

The Eyelash Viper is a relatively small venomous snake. Adults are usually only 55 to 82cm long. They have a characteristic look with different color variations and a few curved scales on the eyes like eyelashes as their name suggests. The Eyelash Viper has a broad, triangular head, round eyes with vertical pupils. The Eyelash Viper has large, needle-like fangs in the front of the upper jaw that can be folded back when not in use. The most striking feature of this species is the scales above the eyes that look like eyelashes. Eyelash Viper snakes are red, yellow, brown, green, .. even pink and have some black or brown spots along the body.

 

Eyelash Viper snakes are mainly nocturnal. They are not overly aggressive unless threatened. Besides, their bites are almost not dangerous to humans. This is a typical ambush predator Viper. They hunt by patiently waiting for their prey to pass by before attacking them directly. Eyelash Viper snakes are sexually mature at about two years of age. They can breed throughout the year in warm environments.

Top 15 most beautiful nocturnal animals in the world -PART 2

Eyelash Viper

 

Indian Bats

There are about 1,000 different species of bats in the world. Almost all bats are nocturnal creatures.

Among them, the Indian bat is a special and quite fascinating species, they are found in the forests of India, China, Nepal and Banglasesh.

 

Indian bats are large bats, with long snouts, large eyes with very good night vision that makes them easier to operate, long toes with sharp claws and a wingspan of up to 1.5 meters. But you don't need to worry about their damage, because this is a fruit-eating animal. They travel quite far at night in search of food. The cool nighttime temperatures also help them cool off their body heat.

 

Species in this order have much in common with herbivores and can be thought of as a clade of insectivores adapted for flight. The forelimbs transform into leathery wings. Fingers, except for the first finger, are very long and stretchy with thin, hairless skin. The membrane connects not only the forelimbs to the hind limbs, but also the hind limbs to the tail. Large pectoral muscles. The Indian bat is also featured with a unique hanging posture (hanging upside down).

 

Indian bats emit ultrasound with a frequency of 50,000 - 70,000 Hz. By receiving ultrasound into the ear, the bat can estimate the distance of an obstacle. However, any bat does not only use pure positioning ability, but also combines observation from the eyes while flying. With bats that often eat fruit, their visual system is very developed, with a position right on the head. Particularly for insectivores, they have smaller eyes, often used to determine altitude above the ground, perceive light levels, distinguish day and night to choose the appropriate hunting time, assess size. prey or obstacles, as well as navigation in flight for prey.

Top 15 most beautiful nocturnal animals in the world -PART 2

Indian Bats