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Weird Animals of the Week!

From the hairless cat to the blue Glaucus here are the too weird but cute animals of the week <3

Sphynx Cats!

A genetic mutation gives the Sphynx cat their unique and hairless appearance. Sphynx cats can live up to twenty years old and only weigh up to 10 pounds, despite their lack of hair they are not hypoallergenic and will still effect people with cat allergies. Sphynx cats are not hairless they just lack it they have a thin layer of hair called down. They have  an affectionate and loving personality, which makes them great family pets. They love baths which is good because oil builds up on their skin, therefore they need regular bathing. They are not cheap cats and prices can range from $1500-6000+ and are prone to health problems such as respiratory issues and heart disease. However besides all this they are great pets and are loyal to their owners.

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Blue Glaucus!

Better known as the blue dragon, these ocean blue creatures are extremely fascinating but lethal. The venom they store from food can sting a human greatly when they are touched. They do this to defend themselves. For instance, if they are caught in a wave, they will curl into a ball until they end up on shore. Even after death, if a human or some other threat attempts to pick them up, they will be severely stung. These creatures also use their base blue color to camouflage with the ocean’s surface to catch prey. The blue dragon is a hermaphrodite, meaning the have both male and female reproductive organs. To avoid stinging each other, they have to be cautious in the mating process. — THEY DO NOT MAKE GOOD PETS!

 

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Works citied:

 

6 Fascinating Facts About Blue Dragons

https://www.treehugger.com/fascinating-facts-about-blue-dragons-sea-4864481

https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/641669/sphynx-cat-facts

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