The tiny glutinous snail, which measures just 1.5cm (0.6 inches) long, was once widespread across Britain but is now located in just one lake in Wales, Llyn Tegid
The Himalayas are home to a diverse array of rare and fascinating animals, including the elusive snow leopard, the striking Himalayan monal, and the majestic Himalayan black bear. These creatures have adapted to the extreme conditions of the high-altitude ecosystem, making them vital components of the region s ecological balance.
The fish, estimated to weigh about 250 pounds or 18 stone, was caught by 17-year-old high school student Isaac Francis who hauled the monster ashore at Turtle Beach in Sarasota, Florida, US
Walnut, a popular crane at the Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute, chose one of the attraction's workers as her mate and built up a cult following because of it