BiffSplitkins Posted August 6, 2013 #1 Share Posted August 6, 2013 (CNN) -- A furry bat named after a notorious Star Wars character, bombardier beetles that unleash explosive, foul-smelling gas to defend themselves, ants that can't walk or stand on flat surfaces and a mysterious cave-dwelling frog that runs instead of hopping. These bizarre and wildly interesting creatures are just some of the 1,200 species of animals and plants that have been documented for the first time by scientists in the Gorongosa National Park, a stunning biodiversity haven in central Mozambique. In mid-April, a team of 15 local and international scientists ventured into the park's spectacular rolling woodlands, deep gorges and riverine forests to conduct the first comprehensive biodiversity survey in a remote and largely unexplored area that was ravaged by years of war and poaching. READ MORE 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NatureBoff Posted August 6, 2013 #2 Share Posted August 6, 2013 There's so many more mystery creatures we're yet to know about. Fantastic photos. Thanks for sharing. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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