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The Biggest Sharks, The Heaviest Or Largest World’s Sharks Species

	The Whale Shark is the largest or heaviest living shark because its weight is more than 21 tons and its length is more than 12 meter. It is found in open oceans and warm waters. It feeds on plankton but some times it also uses other small fishes as food. It is not facing any serious threat of extinction as they are found in large numbers. The weight of this shark was recorded upto 21,000 kg. The biggest whale shark can be found in more than 40 feet length.
	The Basking Shark is the second largest or biggest shark. It is found in temperate and warm oceans of the world. The behavior of Basking shark toward human divers is friendly and they never attack on human divers. It feeds on zoo plankton and on small fishes. There is a lighter threat of its extinction but it’s not serious. It is the heaviest shark in British waters. The average weight of this shark species is 14,515 kg while its length varies from 30 to 38 feets. Therefore it is the seceong largest shark fish on the planet.
	The Great White Shark is the largest predatory fish in the world and it feeds on other sea animals. If you have seen the movie “Jaws”, you may be well aware with this man eater fish as shown in the movie but in reality this fish seldom attacks on human. It is found on the coastal areas of all oceans. Other names of this shark are White Pointer, Great White, White Death and White Shark. Its average weight is about 3,300 kg. The longest ever recorded shark was recorded between 23 feet to 35 feet. It is the third heaviest shark fish found in different seas. It is also the fastest shark in the world.
	Greenland Shark: This huge shark is inhabitant of cold oceans and especially found in North Atlantic Ocean, Greenland Ocean and Iceland Ocean. This deep water fish is also known as Sleeper Shark, Gurry Shark, Ground Shark and Eqalussuaq. Its meat is poisonous and cannot be used as food. Its average weight is about 1,020 kg. It is the 4th longest or biggest sea animal or mammal in the world.
	Tiger Shark: It is another dangerous and predator shark which eats all types of sea animals. It is considered as the most dangerous for humans because it often attacks on humans. The name tiger is given to this shark because of strips on its body. It is found in all Oceans and especially in warm oceans. The average weight of this species of shark fish is 939 kilograms. The fifth largest or biggest or heaviest shark in the world.
	The Great Hammerhead Shark is found near the coasts of all oceans and seas. Although it is dangerous predator shark but it rarely attacks on humans. It can be as long as 20 ft. As far as its extinction is concerned there is a serious threat to it. It is famous for its beautiful fins and hammer like head. One of the strangest sea animal creature, this type of shark fishes  weighs around 844 kg.
	The Six gill Shark which is also known as Cow Shark is among the largest sharks of the world. It is predator and feeds on different type of animals. This large shark is found in almost all Oceans, especially in Pacific Ocean. It can be as long as 18 ft. This predator shark rarely attacks on human. Average weight is 590 kg of this type of shark.
	The Grey Nurse Shark is found all around the world and it is not an aggressive shark. It is known by many different names in different parts of the world i.e. Spotted ragged tooth shark and Sand Tiger Shark. This predator sharks feeds on other sea animals and small sharks. This bulky fish looks beautiful when it swims in the ocean. The average weight of this shark species is 556 kg.
	Mako shark is one of the ninth 9th largest sharks on the earth. It is rare shark and it is  facing a serious threat of its extinction. For some researchers this shark is considered as an intelligent sea animal. It has two basic types i.e. Short Fin Mako Shark and Long Fin Mako Shark. Average weight of Mako Shark is 544 kg.
	The Thresher Shark : This large shark is found in temperate and warm oceans especially in Pacific Ocean. It does not attack on humans. For humans it is important because it is not only used as food but also as source of Liver Oil. It average weight is about 500 kg therefor it is the tenth biggest shark species of the world.

Rarest Marine Mammals: Endangered Marine Or Sea Or Ocean Mammals

When you say rare, it means very specious thing. All of these rare marines have limited distribution in coastal south east Africa. Now problem is that, most of the rivers and streams are polluted because of industry, so all the marine life disturbed very much. (more…)

Deadly Animals: Dealiest And The Most Dangerous Animals Of The World

Most animals are widely known as deadly animals for human. Some animals contains very poisioning material such as venom. Generally, venom is injected by such means as a bite or a sting. Various animals are killing animals like tiger and dangerous sharks. (more…)

Endangered Mammals: Endangered Mammal Species In The World

	Tasmanian Wolf is an extinct species of marsupial. It resembles with wolf and dog but it is neither a wolf nor a dog. It was extinct almost sixty five years ago when the Tasmanians started to make their land cultivable for human needs. Different animals preserving organizations are trying to find a pair of this unique type of carnivore to save its existence on the earth. The first mammal in the endangered animals top ten 10 list.
	Halcan Fruit Bat lives mostly in the tropical parts of the world.  They are almost extinct and their presence is not seen in the recent times. Other forms of fruit eating bats except Halcon bats can be found on the earth. Mostly fruit bats show high mobility as they can travel for more than 30 miles in search of food.
	Ghana Fat Mouse is a species of rodents family. As obvious from its name, it is the fatter mouse and mostly found in African countries. But the fat mouse family in Ghana is extinct now. Other species of this family can also be found in Sub-tropical regions of the world.
	Javan Rhinoceros are one of the heaviest terrestrial animals on earth. Their habitat is Tropical and Subtropical moist broad leaf forests of South East Asia. Javan Rhinoceros are under deep threat of extinction and only 48 animals are left behind.  These heavy animals weigh around weighs 1500 – 2000 kg. Lifespan of these animals is about 35 to 40 years.
	Iriomote Cat are the most rare species of cats family. They are found only on Iriomote island of Japan. Approximately, 60 cats are alive on this planet of earth. It has a deep resemblance with Leopard Cat and it is also a beautiful species of cat family. It has a small body.
	Black Lion Tamarin are found only in Brazilian state of Sao Paulo. One of the most endangered mammal on earth, Lion Tamarin is also called the golden-rumped lion tamarin. Only 160 animal species are alive on the earth.
	Pygmy Hog is the smallest pig of the world. Initially, it was found in different countries of Asia like Bhutan, India and Nepal. Now, they are almost extinct and only a few of them are found in India. Only 50 pygmy hogs are alive in India. The decline of their population is because of modification and elimination of its limited habitat by human settlement, agricultural encroachment etc.
	Kouprey is the world’s rarest mammal. It is a forest ox weighing 680 – 910 kg. It inhabits low, rolling hills, covered by open country interrupted with patches of dry forest and adjacent to denser monsoon forest. They are found in eastern Asia like Laos, Vietnam and Thailand.
	Tamaraw is a small wild buffalo and only 30 Tamaraws are alive in the world. They are mostly found on island of Mindoro (Philippines). They are strong powerful animals who can push through the dense forest and climb the steep mountains. The reason of tamaraw’s decline is hunting specially after Vietnam war.
	Indus Dolphin is found mainly in Indus river of Pakistan. They live in deep waters of the river and feed mainly on several fishes and invertebrates. These marine animals are disappearing fast because of lowering of water level in river Indus. They are also famous as blind dolphins because there is no lens in its eye.

Biggest Animals: Top Ten 10 Largest Or Heaviest Terrestrial Mammals Of The World

	African elephant is one of the heaviest living mammals on the Earth. It is bigger than Asian Elephant. Adult male elephant stand 12 ft tall and weigh 5,600kg but male can be as heavy as 7,000 kg. It is also known as Loxodonte which is Greek word means oblique-sides tooth. In 1970 their population was around 400000 but today it is only 10000 due to hunting. The average length of African elephant is 24 feet.
	The White Rhinoceros is most commonly found species of Rhinoceros. It has two subspecies i.e. Southern White Rhino (found in the Southern Africa) and Northern White Rhino (found in Northern Africa). The species of White Rhino is in danger of extinction as their population is around 11000 only. It is considered as one of the heaviest mammals of the earth as male adult white rhino weighs around 4500 kg so it is the second heaviest animal on earth.
	Hippopotamus is the second largest land animal of the earth after African Elephant. The word Hippopotamus or Hippo is ancient Greek word which means “the river horse”. This herbivorous animal found in sub Saharan Africa and adult male animal can be as heavy as 3,000 kg therefore it is considered as the third heaviest animal in the world. The population of this aggressive and ferocious animal is around 125000 to 150000.
	Giraffe :It is the tallest land-living animal. Average height of adult male Giraffe is between 14 ft to 17 ft but it can be as tall as 20 ft. It feeds on leaves and vegetation. This animal is inhabitant of Central and South Africa. There is no danger to this animal as for as their extinction is concerned. It is famous for its unique and long neck. The average weight of Giraffe can vary between 12,00 Kg to 1650 Kg so it is the fourth heaviest animal on earth.
	American Bison or American Buffalo is found in the grasslands of North America. In wilds it lives in huge herds but it is also be used as domestic livestock. Bison is Greek word which means Ox-like animal. There is no danger of its extinction and it is considered as one of the heaviest living-mammals. Its average weight is around 1,000 Kg.
	Dromedary or Arabian camel is found in Middle East and Arabian Peninsula. It is domestic animal and there is no threat of its extinction. The weight of Dromedary is between 400 to 700 kg and it is considered as one of the heaviest animals in the world. From ancient times it is used by human for purpose of transportation and this animal is also famous as “airplane of desert”.
	Polar bear is the largest bear of the world. It is also the largest carnivore (animals who exclusively depends upon the flesh or meat of other living animals for their food) animal of the world. It is found in Arctic circle including Arctic Ocean and land masses around it. Global warming is greatest threat to its existence and their total population is around 20000-25000 which is declining with the passage of time. Their weight can be 600 Kg.
	Moose belongs to the family of dear and famous for its beautiful antlers. It is found in North America and Northern Europe. In Europe it is known as European Elk. It is one of the heaviest living-mammals of the Earth. Its milk and meat is used by human beings and it is domestic animal. Weight of Moose can be 550 Kg.
	The Siberian tiger is only found in Siberia also it is the largest among all tiger species. Usually tigers attack and eat humans but Siberian tiger rarely attack on human. Due to hunting, this species is in danger of extinction. It is also known as Amur, Manchurian, Altaic and Ussuri tiger. In 19th century it inhabited many parts of central Asia and Europe but today it is only confined to the Siberia. Its maximum weight can be about 300 Kg.
	A gorilla is the native animal of central Africa and they are the closest living relatives to humans after chimpanzees. This herbivorous animal can be divided into 5 sub-species. This highly intelligent animal lives in dense forests, marshes and swamps. Their species is in danger of extinction because of human activities. The maximum weight of Gorilla can be around 220 Kg.

RARE BIRD: The Most Rarest Or Endangered Birds Top Ten 10 Names

	Spix’s Macaw is found in Brazil. It is unique type of parriot which is very rare and near to extinction. It is non-existent in the wild and can only be found in different Societies for wild life preservation. This bird only makes nest on a particular type of tree named as Caraibeira which grows only in Brazil. This species was discovered by a German Naturalist Johan Bapist Von Spix in 1817
	Cebu Flower pecker: This small bird in only inhabitant of Cebu Island of The Philippines. This species is in extreme danger of extinction and their total population is only about 100 birds. In the beginning of 20th Century it was believed to be extinct but it was again discovered in Cebu Island in 1992.
	Hawaiian Crow: A very rare type of crow which inhabitates in the Hawaii Island. It is now extinct in wild and only around 56 birds are present in San Diego Zoo. It feeds on eggs, insects and minor carrion. In ancient Hawaiin society it was considered as Family God. Alala is the native name of Hawaiin Crow.
	Black Stilt: This long and thin leged bird is only found in New Zealand. It is extremly rare and in severe danger of extinction. In 1994 there were 119 birds of this kind but today there are only 25 adult birds. This bird is inhabitant of particular type of river bed and due to construction of dams this praticular type of river bed is vanished.
	Katovar or Maritious Parakeet or Echo Parakeet is found in South Indian Ocean Islands near Madagascar. It is not critically endangered but still they are facing danger of extinction. In 1980 there were only 10 birds of this kind but today their populatin is about 300 birds.
	Imperial Amazon or Imperial Parrot or Dominicon Amazon or August Amazon or Sisserou is national bird of Carrabian Nation Dominica. This beautiful and multi-colored parrot can only be found in Dominica and they are under a threat of its extinction. Currently their total population is only about 250 Birds.
	Magpie robin: This is a small bird with long tail. It is a beautiful blue coloured bird which is found in African and Asian continents. It has many types and each type is different from other. If feeds on insects and small fruits. There is a severs threat of extinction to it and it is non-existant in the wild.
	Kakapo or Owl Parrot is native bird of New Zealand. Its species is in critical danger of extinction and today their population is about only 125 birds. It feeds on plants, seeds, fruits and pollens. This bird cannot fly and hence it is the only species of flightless parrot in the world. The major factor behind the extinction of this bird is the arrival of Europeans in New Zealand.
	Pink Pigeon: is the bird of Mauritious. This is one of the most beautiful pegeon in the world. This bird is facing the threat of extinction and only 70 pigeons are alive on earth. The most attractive element of this bird is its beautiful beak of pink color or colour.
	Mauritius Kestral : It belongs to the Falcon Family and inhabitant of Mauritius Islands in Indian Ocean. Although it is enlisted in threatened list but due to successful efforts today there are about 800 mature birds alive of this kind. It is a bird of prey and feeds on other birds or small animals. In ancient times it was used by human for hunting.

Bird Wingspan, Birds With Largest Wingspans In The World

	Marabou stork’s wings size is 4.0 meters therefore it is reckoned as the largest wing span bird. This powerful and large bird with long wings is found in African continent. This bird likes to live in groups and close to human settlements. Marabou Stork is scavenger and feeds on carrion. Feathers of this bird are used in cloth and hat making.
	Albatross wings are 3.7 meters long so it is a bird with the second largest bird wingspans in the world.This large and beautiful seabird exists in Southern Ocean and North Pacific. Albatross is one of largest flying bird and feeds on fishes or carrion. The Great Albatross is popular for its largest wings in all birds. Their species is in danger of extinction because of human activates.
	Trumpeter swan’s wings are 3.4 meters long. This beautiful bird with large neck is the largest bird of North America. These birds feed on aquatic plants and normally found in marshes and lacks. As far as the danger of extinction is concerned there is no serious risk of extinction to this bird.
	Mute swan’s wings length is 3.1 meters. Mute Swan is the most beautiful type of swan whose natural habitat is in Europe and Asia. Former Soviet Union is the place where their largest concentration is found. This bird is called Mute swan because of being less vocal than other swans.
	Whooper swan’s wings are of 3.1 meters.The whooper Swan is the Eurasian counterpart of Trumpeter Swan of North America. It is heavy bird with long wings which needs lot of water to live and float. They live in colonies and usually migrate from one place to another.
	Grey pelican wing’s size is 3.1 meters.This bird is found in shallow lowland fresh waters and areas of its breed are mainly India, Sri Lanka and Cambodia but it is also found in some parts of Pakistan and Bangladesh. They live in large colonies and near human settlements.
	Californian condor wings size is 3.1 meters.It is large and powerful bald-headed vulture mainly found in Grand Canyon and California. It usually flies 250 KM in day in search of carrion. There is grave threat to their existence because of rising human activities. In ancient times it was considered by Native Americans as symbol of devil and destruction.
	Black vulture wing’s size is 3.1 meters.This is a powerful vulture birds which is inhabitant of North and South America. There is no danger as far as its extinction is concerned. It is scavenger who eats carrion, eggs and old plants. Farmers don’t like it because Black Vulture is predator of new born farm animals.
	Great bustard’s wings are of 2.7 meters.This is a huge and heavy bird which is found in North and Central Europe. It feeds on small creatures like frog and other insects. Its existence is threatened by human activities. Male Great Bustard is among one of the heaviest birds living today.
	Kori bustard wing’s size is 2.7 meters.The Kori Bustard belongs to Bustard family and may be the heaviest bird capable of flying along with Great Bustard. It is native of Africa. It feeds on insects and makes nest on ground.

Most Beautiful And Common Sea Birds Or Coastal Bird, Top Ten Acquatic Birds

	Pelican’sare found in eight species on almost all the continents of the earth except Antarctica. They have huge bills which they use to catch fish and other marine animals for hunting. American White Pelicans are very much popular in North America.
	Puffins are one of the most beautiful and colorful seabirds. They produce single young, raised in nests built in shallow burrows in the softer soil of cliffs and islands. Puffins are also known as Atlantic Puffins and Pacific Puffins (Horned and Tufted).
	Turnstonesare migratory seabirds. They have stubby bills which they use to turn over stones and sea wood in search of food. Turnstones are coastal birds which can seen on most of the coastal areas of the world.
	Phalaropes are known for their unusual feeding behavior. They have short, slender beaks to pick creatures up from the water’s surface whilst swimming. They are birds of Utah and California (Two of the American States).
	Curlew is the largest wader bird of Europe. Curlews have long, curved, narrow beaks for probing deep into mud for worms. They winter on coastal mudflats and river estuaries. They are mostly found on coastal areas of England.
	Avocets have thin, long, up-turned bills which they sweep from side to side filtering food from the water. They feed in shallow water. Different species of avocets are found in Australia, Central Asia, Europe and North America.
	Pratincoles have short beaks with a wide gape for feeding in the air. They live on marshes. Their natural habitat is in Europe, Asia, Europe and America.

Longest Migration Bird, Longest Migratory Seabird or Animal

Longest migration: Arctic tern breeds in Arctic, Sub-Arctic regions of Asia, Europe and North America. Their recorded migration was up to 40, 000 km (25, 000 miles) in a year. They return to the same mates and nest sites, of previous years after travelling the world. Arctiv tern are also long-lived seabirds as they can live for more than 28 to 33 years. The longest distance travelled by a seabird or bird is 25,230 miles a year.

The Most Popular And Common Song Birds Of The World, Wild And Pet

Most of the perching birds are song birds. They use songs and calls to communicate with each other. Birds sing by pushing air out through their open mouths. Birds song has a number of different functions. Male birds may sing to defend their territories. Their song warns other males not to approach, but it may also serve to attract females. Females in their turn will sing a greeting song so that the male will know not to attack. Young birds sing to let their parents know they are hungry, and their parents will sing to warn them of danger, or to gather them together if they stray. They are found in black, yellow, grey and red colors. They are differentiated from others according to their beak colours. Song birds are also found in

	Magpie are found on almost all parts of the world. They are beautiful birds and have attractive look. Magpies feed on insects, seeds and occasionally the eggs and youngs of other birds. They live in wooded areas.
	Crow feed on dead animals, worms, grubs and corn. They live in wooded areas. They are found mostly on dry lands. Crows are popular for their greed.