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Of the four magical animals of Madagascar, the last one is less well known

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Madagascar is a beautiful tourist paradise where many mysterious and interesting animals live, how much do you know? Let me introduce you to these interesting and rare animals.

Of the four magical animals of Madagascar, the last one is less well known

The "monkey doctor" who knocked on the door in the middle of the night

Late at night, there was a sudden knocking sound in the jungle, as if someone was knocking on the door. When you pluck up the courage to follow the voice, you see a bushy-haired, strange-eyed animal tapping its wand-like middle finger on the trunk.

Of the four magical animals of Madagascar, the last one is less well known

It turns out that this is the elusive "finger monkey" in the Malagasy jungle, and its extraordinary middle finger is like a witch doctor who relies on hearing to find a witch doctor, and with a light knock, you can know whether there are delicious insects hidden in the tree. Once the prey is found, the "finger monkey doctor" will bite out a small hole with his front teeth, then extend his long middle finger and poke inside, quickly picking out the insect.

Of the four magical animals of Madagascar, the last one is less well known

The monkey's mysterious feeding patterns and nocturnal habits, coupled with the weird monkey face, are really terrifying. No wonder the locals see it as a bad omen and hunt it down when they see it. Today, this spiritual nighttime knocker is threatened with extinction.

Of the four magical animals of Madagascar, the last one is less well known

The "ghost of the lemur" crying

In the dry forests of southern Madagascar, there is a tooth-shaking sound, as if some animal is groaning or roaring in pain. You follow the voice, but you see a strange animal with big eyes, a face that resembles a fox, and a posture that resembles a monkey. This is the mysterious "lemur" of Madagascar.

Of the four magical animals of Madagascar, the last one is less well known

The lemur's crying sound, coupled with its big green eyes, really resembles a ghost in the forest. The lemur's eyes have a special reflective film that can emit strange fluorescence at night, so that people will not see a living creature, but a phantom from another world.

Of the four magical animals of Madagascar, the last one is less well known

Today, lemurs have left all other habitats on Earth, and Madagascar seems to be their last refuge. In this mysterious country, the "lemur ghosts" continue their wailing in the dark night, which makes people shudder.

Of the four magical animals of Madagascar, the last one is less well known

Hidden Angel: The magical kingdom of penguins

There is a magical kingdom on the southern coast of Madagascar, inhabited by three species of penguins: king penguins, Xia penguins and Papuan penguins. Unlike penguins in Antarctica, they inhabit here almost all year round, nesting on shore and foraging in the sea.

Of the four magical animals of Madagascar, the last one is less well known

However, little is known about the penguins of Madagascar. Not only are they scarce, but their habitat is also hidden in dense mangrove forests. Mangrove wetlands are a favorite home for penguins, nesting in the shade of trees and foraging in deep lakes with rare sightings.

Of the four magical animals of Madagascar, the last one is less well known

It is said that at night, a magical scene is staged in the mangrove forest: flocks of penguins come out from all over and gather on the empty lake to start their nocturnal dance. In the moonlight, hundreds of penguins glide across the lake, spin and begin a courtship dance. They raise their wings, crane their necks, bow and salute, and chase each other, and the scene is dreamlike.

Of the four magical animals of Madagascar, the last one is less well known

This mysterious dance party and hidden life in the woods make these beautiful birds seem to come from another world. They are the spirits of the rainforest, soaring in the moonlight, bringing endless surprises and exploration. If you are lucky enough to witness the night ball, you will be shocked and unforgettable.

Of the four magical animals of Madagascar, the last one is less well known

The "ghost snake" of the ancient traverser

Deep inside Ankarana National Park in northern Madagascar, scientists discovered a new snake species in 2014. Because of its dark gray body and elusive whereabouts, scientists named it "ghost snake."

Of the four magical animals of Madagascar, the last one is less well known

Ghost snakes belong to the cat's eye snake family, and although cat's eye snakes are already common in Madagascar, scientists are still excited to discover new species. They are using genetic technology to study the origin and evolution of ghost snakes.

The mysterious habits of ghost snakes are elusive. It's hard to spot them, but in the dark jungle, they're everywhere. The ghost snake detects its prey by sensors distributed on its head, and once it finds its fangs, it will strike at the target without hesitation.

Of the four magical animals of Madagascar, the last one is less well known

The ancient origin of the ghost snake and the haunted way of life make them seem to come from ancient times, traveling through the present day, bringing endless unknowns and surprises. At the moment when the ghost snakes appear, you mistakenly think that what you see is just a shadow floating in the forest, but soon they will accelerate towards you, and their hideous fangs will shine in the darkness, making you shudder.

Of the four magical animals of Madagascar, the last one is less well known

However, due to the habits of ghost snakes that are difficult to catch, humans know little about them. This ancient traveler of mysterious origin still walks in the depths of the jungle, carrying countless mysteries. Each time it appears, it becomes a new breakthrough for scientists to explore the mysteries of the jungle, and it also increases human ignorance and awe of the natural world.

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