Weird Animals – A List Of The World’s Strangest Species
Okapi
Okapi
Scientific name: Okapia johnstoni
Type of animal: Mammal
Family: Giraffidae
Where found: Africa
Conservation status: Endangered
The okapi is a type of ungulate (hoofed mammal) found in forests in Central Africa. The species has a unique appearance, with zebra-like stripes on its legs and a long, prehensile tongue that can reach up to 18 in. / 46 cm in length.
The animal’s weird markings provide camouflage against predators in the forest habitat in which it is found. The species’ main predator is the leopard.
The okapi’s closest relative is the giraffe; the two animals are the only members of the giraffe family, Giraffidae.
The okapi is primarily herbivorous, feeding on leaves, fruits, and other vegetation. A rare and endangered animal, the okapi is seldom seen in the wild.
Okapi
Scientific name: Okapia johnstoni
Type of animal: Mammal
Family: Giraffidae
Where found: Africa
Conservation status: Endangered
The okapi is a type of ungulate (hoofed mammal) found in forests in Central Africa. The species has a unique appearance, with zebra-like stripes on its legs and a long, prehensile tongue that can reach up to 18 in. / 46 cm in length.
The animal’s weird markings provide camouflage against predators in the forest habitat in which it is found. The species’ main predator is the leopard.
The okapi’s closest relative is the giraffe; the two animals are the only members of the giraffe family, Giraffidae.
The okapi is primarily herbivorous, feeding on leaves, fruits, and other vegetation. A rare and endangered animal, the okapi is seldom seen in the wild.
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18 January 2024
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