They have a shell made of bony plates covering the body above the shoulders and hips, like a shield.
They feed mainly on ants find them with highly developed olfactory system. Because of strong claws to pierce holes they dig. They can eat up to 200,000 ants in a single night. Their language is very long, about 70 cm, sticky, and its muscles are very strong.
Food is swallowed and dissolved in the stomach because this species has ...
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Also known as the common pigeon Crowned pigeon crowned or blue, Goura cristata is a member of the family Columbidae, being one of the most beautiful species of birds. The size of a hen, has bright feathers, turquoise, and fan shaped crest he always stays high. These extraordinary birds live in tropical forests of New Guinea, it does not fly and tend to live on earth, especially feeding on fallen fruit from trees....
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Emperor Tamarin is a species of squirrel-sized monkeys. This animal is distinguished by its oversized mustache against his body. The name comes from its resemblance to the German emperor, Wilhelm II. Its area is located in southwestern Amazon River basin. You can see in South America, the Amazon, Bolivia, Brazil and even in Peru. In Europe, you can see, Paignton Zoo, England. Fur is predominantly gray color with yellow hues on piept.Trăiesc in groups of 2-8 individuals led by the ...
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Suborder Tarsioidea, whose species, very few in number, are called Maki-ghosts, consists of a single family, Tarsiidae, with only one genus, Tarsius. These quirks of nature and live in the Malaysian island region is the remains of a group of animals that lived in the early Tertiary. Currently, the tarsier is considered an intermediary between semimaimute mammals and monkeys.
This animal is surprising in appearance: the eyes are round and cl...
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The proboscis monkey - Nasalis larvatus - is a singular animal, because of male appearance (whose nose, very developed, gives a strange look), but also because of her remarkable performance of swimmers. It lives only in Borneo and the island can be found everywhere, but only in areas of mangrove forests and wetlands near the shores, never to distances over 300 km of coasts. In the jungle live by botanists assessments, more than 11,000 plant species, one third of them are ende...
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Aye Aye lemur, native of Madagascar, can seem like a character from horror movies, a small alien creature invented rather than real. Imagine an animal the size of a cat with big ears like funnels, sharp teeth and bulging eyes. Add a spiky gray hair, a bushy tail and some thin fingers, one very long and you get very odd image of a mammal. It is, however, is how real, is a nocturnal primate that is part of the family Daubentoniidae, infraordinul Chiromyiformes.
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Dragons of the species than leaf type is related Phycodurus eques high horse (both are part of the family Syngnathidae) and represents an excellent camouflage than taking advantage of what cover ornamental fireworks body to be confused with the landscape and escape predators. Looks like high horse, having an elongated snout and bony body. Shows a large dragon colors ranging from brown to yellow to green, the differences between individuals are determined by age, diet or location. ...
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Portugal is still one of the destinations that can offer the perfect mix of relaxation therapies and useful lessons for your lifestyle. We have chosen for you a mansion Lousada, an area where Porto wine and cuisine are combined by a scientist who is lost in history. Mansion dating from XIV century and over time belonged to the same family, being the part of a whole series of generations of nobility of the country. You will be impressed by the facade and interior, especially the h...
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Mammoth Hot Springs thermal spring is located in Yellowstone National Park, Mammoth Hot Springs is the biggest source of carbon deposit in the world. The most famous is the Minerva Terrace called a series of terraces that were created thousands of years and deposited calcium carbonate....
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The most visited and photographed canyon in southwestern America, Antelope Canyon is located on Navajo land, near Page, Arizona. It includes two sections of the canyon. Navajo name for Upper Antelope Canyon is Tse'bighanilini, which means "place where water runs through rocks." Lower Antelope Canyon is Hasdestwazi or coil springs in the rocks. " Both are located in Chapter LeChee the Navajo Nation....
The giant opened mines of Rio Tinto create an incredible landscape. The extension included not only the surrounding mountains and valleys, but nearby houses, whose inhabitants were forced to move to specially built nearby cities. Named after the river that passes through the region, the region itself was named after the color red which is the Rio Tinto river. Red waters of the river are highly acidic and rich in heavy metals. ...
This spectacular view is found in Mauritania in the south-western Sahara and it is called the Richat structure. It is not just a structure, but rather a huge circular formation (50 km in diameter), which account an eye when seen from space.
If initially thought that the massive crater was created by a meteorite impact, scientists have been puzzled by foma pay "bottom" crater, unexplained. Ultimately, concluded that the formation is, ...
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It all started about six million years ago, when an area of 3625 sq. km separated from Africa (in fact, separated from the supercontinent Gondwana), during the continental drift. It was the time when there were created a unique microclimate and ecosystem, favoring the endemic species. The heaven of botanists and zoologists began to be populated by Arab tribes about three millennia ago, but the island was already known to the Greeks, who called it Dioscorides, and to the Romans,...
"The door to hell", as locals called this place is a crater 70 meters in diameter, near the town Darvaza (from Turkmenistan), burning continuously for 38 years.
In 1971, geologists digging to discover gas deposits have stumbled upon a huge underground cave, which made the earth to collapse, taking with him all geological equipment. Since the cave was filled with toxic gas, geologists have never dared to go into the cave to recover the equipment, hop...
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The building of the bridge took place in late nineteenth century and lasted almost three years. The structure was made in a factory and then transported and assembled using a huge crane. It is built of steel and stone in Art Nouveau style. The result is a 107.5 meters long, 40 meters wide and 6 feet tall bridge.
The bridge is decorated with lanterns, angels and nymphs. At the bridge ends are gilded with gold statues perched on pillars 17 meters high. E...
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Golden Gate Bridge is located in the western part of the United States in California, was inaugurated on May 27, 1937. On the first day of operation, the bridge was opened only for pedestrians in that day (called the Day Pedestrian) and was crossed by 200,000 people. With an opening of 1,280 m, the Golden Gate Bridge connecting San Francisco to Sausalito, which is situated north of the Golden Gate Strait which connects San Francisco Bay and Pacific Ocean.
Bridge, which has a total l...
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Tower Bridge is the highest bridge in London, as the name suggests he belongs to, symbolically, the Tower of London who is around you. Tower Bridge is a symbol of London, with its two identical towers, with two moving parts of them, a thousand tons each, which can be high with the help of powerful machines in just 90 seconds.
Built between 1886 - 1894, Tower Bridge has become the first largest tourist attraction, with spectacular exhibitio...
Chenyang Bridge was built by the Dong people (a minority in China) who lived in the valleys of China and were acknowledged as excellent bridge builders. These bridges are called "wind and rain" as they play a role in ensuring the passage from one side of the valley also had another role to protect people from the weather. Another feature of this bridge is that the construction of this bridge is not used any bolt, although the material used is wood....
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Ponte Vecchio is a medieval bridge built over the Arno river. In fact, it is more than a bridge: a street, a market and a landmark of Florence. Ponte Vecchio was created in 1345 by Taddeo Gaddi. To finance construction of the bridge, part of the bridge were rented to merchants. ...
The Iron Bridge does not have many decorative elements and is not very special but it has something unique. It is the first bridge in the world that was fully realized only in steel and the speed with which it conducted its state-owned building and managed to convince the engineers of the benefits of using steel in construction and virtually started the Industrial Revolution era....
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The bridge crossing the River Palace was named Bridge of Sighs in the nineteenth century, as it connects the Doges prison and interrogation room. It is rumored that prisoners looked at the beauty of Venice for the last time through the window here before being sentenced to execution or torture. In fact, prisoners were imprisoned for minor infractions only. Another legend says that lovers who kiss under the bridge will be part of everlasting love.
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Pont du Gard is a masterpiece of Roman engineering and represents an aqueduct in southern France, near the village Remoulins (near Avignon). It was built by the Romans 2,000 years ago. It is said that 1,000 workers had worked five years for its construction. Its aim was to bring water to Nimes town. Large stones which compose it were cut perfectly so that they combine without using mortar.
UNESCO World Heritage monument and is situated on 165 acres of...
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Khaju bridge was built in the 17th century in Iran. It serves the function of the dam, because it is fitted with behind large gates are closed and arches that night causes raising water as irrigating gardens along the river Zayandeh....
Located in the heart of one of the most exclusive districts of Rome. The gardens of Villa Borghese, Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain and designer shops and boutiques around Via dei Condotti are within walking distance....
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Ideally located, at a 13 minute-walk from downtown, this hotel is on the streets of Via Vittorio Emanuele Orlando 3. Whether staying for a few days or longer, this hotel is situated in an ideal area where you can enjoy all the wonders of the city. The St. hotel. Regis Grand Hotel, Rome has all the services of a five star hotel in Rome: Restaurant, Room Service, Bar, 24/24h, Newspapers, Non-Smoking Rooms, Business Centre, Laundry, TV, air conditioning, satellite TV. This hotel has a...
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Westin Excelsior Hotel in Rome has 319 rooms. The hotel offers all types of rooms, from Deluxe Room (Non Smoking) to Grandluxe Suite. Located 12 minutes walk from downtown, this hotel is sitauted in Rome Via Vittorio Veneto 125 Street in the north-east of the city. Ideal if you want to discover the city and surroundings. The Westin Excelsior Rome hotel five stars and classic style offers comfort and a wide range of facilities including: Restaurant, Room Service, Bar, 24/24h, New...
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Gladiatori-Palazzo Hotel Manfredi has 17 rooms. But the hotel has all types of rooms, from Family Room to a Suite. Hotel Gladiatori Palazzo Manfredi is a five-star luxury hotel and offers comfort and a wide range of facilities including: Restaurant, Room Service, Bar, 24/24h, Newspapers, Non-Smoking Rooms, Business Centre, Laundry, Office of Small Breakfast Room, totally non-smoking, TV, air conditioning, satellite television. It is located in Rome on Via Labicana 125 Street in the south-east...
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This 5-star hotel has a total of 192 luxuriously furnished rooms. The luxurious InterContinental De La Ville Rome offers a stunning location, atop the Spanish Steps, probably the most privileged place in Rome's historic center.
Admire the view towards St. Peter's Basilica on the sixth floor terrace, where you will find the tables, chairs and loungers. Terrace is a prime location for an aperitif or an after dinner drink.
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This luxurious five-star hotel offers 238 well-appointed and refined suites. The hotel enjoys an elevate positioning, being set in one of the most renowned squares of Rome and surrounded by the most popular shopping areas. Besides the latest amenities, the hotel offers three great restaurants. ...
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This luxury five-star hotel is situated in Rome. Several types of facilities are available, particularly Restaurant, Room service, reception 24/24h, Newspapers, Non-Smoking Rooms, Business Centre, Laundry, Room Service Breakfast, Free Parking, Express Check-In/Check-Out TV, Air conditioning, satellite television. This hotel is located in Rome in the north-east of the city, just 11 minutes walk from the center. Take advantage of the sauna that you have access to this hotel. This hotel of...
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At Griff Hotel is located close to everything Rome has to offer and is only 25 km (15 miles) away from Rome International Airport. All 127 rooms at this 5-star hotel are furnished to meet customer needs. All rooms have non-smoking rooms, air conditioning, bathrobes, daily newspapers, national cinema, desk, hairdryer, room safe and other facilities. You'll also find at this hotel and 24 hour room service, executive floor, elevator, bar / pub, laundry service / dry cleaning. Spot, especially fo...
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Like some chameleons, Kelimutu Lakes change their colors over the years.
Flores island residents believe that the souls of wizards abide height of mountains here, in a lake whose water appears black.
Lakes unusual color shades are surprising in itself, but you should know that not many years ago, its waters were other colors: black, brown and blue.
In 1960 were coffee with milk, red-brown and blue...
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Located on the island of Trinidad, this quaint lake contains asphalt that is sold to locals for over 100 years without the lake to drop. Pitch is one among the most impressive natural phenomena.
On a surface of about 47 hectares lies a huge "bucket" which has a depth of 80 m and that there are some 10 million tons of natural resin. This lake is strange about the existence of volcanoes in this area that pushes the earth's su...
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In the hot summer sun, spotted lake (located in British Columbia and Washington), evaporates and crystallizes forming minerals are white circles that contain shallow pools that reflect the mineral content of water in blue and green.
This lake is very rich in mineral concentrations: magnesium sulphate (Epsom salt), calcium and sodium sulphate, including titanium and silver. Native name is Klikuk Lake and its water is used by locals to...
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