Did You Know?

The Jesus Christ lizard can run on water.

The common basilisk lizard can run on water for up to 15 feet when fleeing predators. They achieve this by moving their feet so quickly (up to 20 times per second) that they create air pockets that keep them above the surface. Their feet are also equipped with special scales that help trap air bubbles.

Did You Know?

The sarcastic fringehead fish uses its giant mouth for territorial disputes.

When two of these fish fight, they press their huge, colorful mouths against each other, like an aggressive...

Read more: The sarcastic fringehead fish uses its giant mouth for territorial disputes.

Did You Know?

Some jellyfish have complex eyes without a brain.

Box jellyfish have 24 eyes of four different types, including eyes similar to human ones with retinas, corneas,...

Read more: Some jellyfish have complex eyes without a brain.

Did You Know?

Elephant seals can hold their breath for two hours.

These marine mammals can dive to depths of over 5,000 feet and stay underwater for up to two...

Read more: Elephant seals can hold their breath for two hours.