Animals

Mysterious 13-Foot-Long Sea Creature Washes Ashore in Mexico, Baffles Researchers

By Jackson Chung March 12, 2016

A mysterious 13-foot-long sea creature washed ashore on Bonfil Beach, in the city of Acapulco, in the south-west Mexican state of Guerrero, and it’s baffling researchers. Civil Guard and Fire Brigade, Rosa Camacho, reports that the animal appears that it has just died, but oddly started to rapidly decay. “We have no idea what type of animal this is, but I do know that it does not smell bad or have a fetid aroma. It is four meters long and was found on Bonfil Beach,” said Camacho. Click here to view the first image in this week’s funny demotivational posters gallery. Continue reading for a fascinating viral video of magnetic fields visualized.

Cobra Skyscraper Has Diamond-Shaped Top Floor, Might be Coolest-Looking Yet

By Jackson Chung March 12, 2016

Russian architect Vasily Klyukin knew that snakes symbolized treasure and esoteric knowledge in China, so he designed a cobra-shaped tower to reflect this. To start things off, its round base rises like a serpent’s body and extends to form an open-mouthed head, which could be used as a terraced restaurant or nightclub. The body itself is perfect for offices or luxury apartments. Continue reading for more pictures and information.

It Looks Like a Geothermal Spa, But This Strange Boiling River Cooks Wildlife Alive

By Jackson Chung March 1, 2016

This isn’t a giant geothermal spa, but rather a strange river that flows deep through the Amazon rainforest in Mayantuyacu, Peru. It has been known to boil small animals instantly, with temperatures ranging from 50-90 °C (122-194 °F), and in at least one area, it almost reaches the boiling point of 100 °C (212 °F). The locals have known about the “Boiling River” for centuries, and ancient legend has it that the hot water is unleashed by a giant serpent named Yacumama (mothers of the waters). The river’s existence was officially documented in 2011 by geothermal scientist Andres Ruzo. Click here for more pictures of the boiling river. Continue reading for an in-depth video explaining how it was discovered.

If There was a Disney Star Wars Crossover Film, This is How the Princesses Might Look Like as Jedis

By Jackson Chung February 15, 2016

Photo credit: Phill Berry

Disney may eventually release a Star Wars crossover film, television series, etc., but until that time comes, we’ll have to settle for fan-created art. This latest series comes from artist Phil Berry, who reimagines the famous Disney princesses that everyone knows, as Star Wars Jedis, starting with Ariel. Our favorite detail? The mechanical legs, which have replaced the tail. Continue reading for more.

Gamer Turns Room Into a Real-Life Super Mario Brothers Stage for Cats

By Jackson Chung February 6, 2016

A gamer who goes by “CatastrophiCreations” online has turned an entire room into a stage from Super Mario Brothers. You’ll find Bullet Bill, a coin block, and most importantly, functional warp pipes. “Our favorite video game is now actively getting played in our living room…by our cats. Complete with bullets and cannon balls to jump from,” said its creator. Continue reading for more pictures.

These Shark Photos May Look Fake, But They’re Entirely Real – Here’s a Look Behind the Scenes

By Jackson Chung January 21, 2016

Photo credit: Benjamin Von Wong via Peta Pixel

Photographer Benjamin Von Wong’s latest series may look fake, but a model / freediver was actually secured underwater with sharks swimming around her. This all took place in Fiji in several 2-hour windows between the hours of 11-1pm, in which the sharks would be active and to achieve optimal lighting with sun rays piercing the water. After 3-days, and 6-hours of shooting, Amber Bourke completed the incredible shots you see above. Continue reading for more pictures and information.

Artist Uses Animals to Create Mind-Bending Eye Illusions with Human Models

By Jackson Chung January 18, 2016

Photo credit: Flora Bosi via My Modern Met

Artist Flora Borsi specializes in creating surreal portraits, and without the use of Photoshop. This self taught artist used animals for her latest series, titled “Animeyed,” in which she replaced one human eye with an animal counterpart. The profile of each animal is perfectly aligned with Borso’s own human models to evoke a fantastical mood. Continue reading for more pictures and information.

Cat Learns How to Use Camera and Becomes Master of Selfies, Hilarity Ensues

By Jackson Chung January 16, 2016

Photo credit: Manny via Bored Panda

GoPro cameras aren’t just for capturing action footage, as this cat has mastered the art of selfies using one. Apparently, Manny the cat learned this skill when the animal reached out to touch the camera during a shoot one day. Now, its owner just places the device in random places, in hopes that Manny will walk over and press the magic button. Continue reading for more funny selfies by Manny.

This is Not a Fake Movie Prop, Just a Real Goliath Tigerfish with Razor Sharp Teeth

By Jackson Chung January 8, 2016

The goliath tigerfish is basically a very large African predatory freshwater fish of the Alestidae family. This large-toothed, highly predatory fish grows to a length of 4.9-feet and a weight of 34-pounds. When hunting, this fish uses the calmer eddies of the rapids to ambush its prey, using its keen sight and hearing to detect prey. When a target is noticed, the fish uses acceleration to chase it down. Continue reading for two more videos and information. Click here for more images.

Disney Animators Reimagine Star Wars Characters with Cats, Hilarity Ensues

By Jackson Chung December 31, 2015

Griz and Norm Lemay are two Disney animators who decided to use the company’s Star Wars brand in a creative way…reimagining famous characters, like BB-8, with cats. You’ll see Rey with a Bengal cat perched atop her shoulder, both looking to escape the arid desert that is Jakku, while Princess Leia is kept company by a fluffy white cat.