Animals that you are genuinely interested in.

[Paul Kalisch]

I dont really know `why, but i really think mouflons are really appealing animals to me, i think they are kinda underrated, but i can`t tell why exactly i think they are so interesting

 

[CheeseChameleon1945]

I especially enjoy wild cats and civets, especially the lesser known ones like bay cats. Such elusive animals I did an entire school paper on. Regarding Civets, otter civets are so unique and hope to see one in the wild in my lifetime.

 

[CheeseChameleon1945]

Actually the most surprising thing you said in this post to me was Blobfish in Fukushima. I never knew blobfish were in captivity. Or at least, in public. But right now I think the biggest Mystery of the sea, (Not necessarily the deep sea) Is the mystery of the lost turtles. Its quite famous. I cannot recall when, but I believe sometime in the 21st century (Or late 20th correct me if I am wrong) Divers started to explore a cave crevice in a coral reef. What they found, was so strange when I watched a documentary on this I thoroughly did not believe this. A whole lot of sea turtle skeletons were discovered. No one knows how they got there, or how they even managed to not get out. I mean, sea turtles are remarkably smart for how they can just navigate the ocean so well. It was not just full grown turtle skeletons that were found there but also turtle eggs that looked like they were hatched out of. But sea turtles lay eggs on land not in the sea. This whole story is so surprising to me that I am always staying tuned for an answer that scientists must have.

There is no mystery about this. It is a labyrinthine underwater cave at Sipadan island in Malaysia, originally discovered by Jacques Cousteau in the 1980s, which the turtles enter and then cannot find their way out of and drown. There is also a dolphin skeleton in one chamber. The comment on "turtle eggs that looked like they were hatched out of" appears to be a fabrication.

That doesn't explain everything though. Sea turtles are probably one of the best navigators in the sea, and can remember right where they were born to lay eggs again. So why would an amazing navigator of the sea get lost in just a simple coral reef crevice. I do not believe the mystery is quite over yet.

It isn't a "simple coral reef crevice" - it is a cave system with multiple tunnels and chambers.

Does the cave have a name?

Just saying, their is no confirmation that the mystery is solved, unless you can prove some other information from reliable websites or books.

Just saying, their is no confirmation that the mystery is solved, unless you can prove some other information from reliable websites or books.

Do you have any? Can't really tell someone to give sources when you haven't any for your own claims...

I have a number of sources, I can list some if you insist. I just got inspire to write that into this thread after watching the documentary, big pacific. (Included with Amazon prime, if your wondering). I am clearly stating My own opinion in this thread. I appreciate all your objections to my claims. I just made that post out of interest. Since that is what the purpose of this thread is. Read my introductory statement at the beginning of this thread, or just read the title.

Go ahead, I'd like to know .

Though @TinoPup has also provided sources that are contradictory to your claim.

Can't be particularly good sources if they have left you with the impression the areas concerned were merely crevices in a coral reef rather than a limestone cave system - and saying you have "a number of sources" for insisting it is still a complete mystery is roughly worth nothing if you don't actually provide them.

Incidentally, I rooted out the relevant clip from the documentary you mention..... it actually says explicitly that the turtles died in a complex system of caves, so you really didn't pay that much attention as for the eggs, the clip shows that they are within the body cavities of the turtle skeletons.... so they are pretty clearly the remnants of eggs which were held within the turtles when they died.



And there I was thinking your introductory statement said this was a thread for "substantially informational" content

Ok. Bye

Ah you've just edited this in, sneaky ...

I'm just saying what you said contradict's what you said earlier.

You're welcome here, and always will be. But you need to know that its not the best idea to always contradict what you say, or find sources to back yourself up and have a consistent argument instead of potentially making things up....for example...

Funny, I do not feel welcome

That's entirely on you then. You really can't get mad at someone for pointing out where you're wrong, because use you can use your past mistakes to grow and educate yourself as a person. I know I've messed up plenty and gotten a LOT of criticism on this forum, but instead of being bitter when I've been called out when I exaggerated, I've used it to realize where I went wrong and grow to contribute more to this forum. I've had times where I've had to take breaks off the forum because I didnt feel welcome, but realized to myself that instead of being bitter because someone corrected me, I could use that to grow as a forum member, because I just had to admit to myself and others that I was in the wrong, and educate myself.

Hope you take what I've said into consideration.

Ok... Um.. not really question this "Conversation", but I probably stepped on one of the most lets just say... Interesting moments on zoochat.

 

[TinoPup]

Ok... Um.. not really question this "Conversation", but I probably stepped on one of the most lets just say... Interesting moments on zoochat.

Was there a point to quoting every single post, or bringing up a conversation from months ago that everyone has moved on from? You've been here for a day, maybe hang around a while before declaring something one of the most interesting moments. Get to know the place and the people here.

 

[Onychorhynchus coronatus]

Ok... Um.. not really question this "Conversation", but I probably stepped on one of the most lets just say... Interesting moments on zoochat.

This is nothing, there are plenty of far more interesting moments on zoochat

 

[CheeseChameleon1945]

Was there a point to quoting every single post, or bringing up a conversation from months ago that everyone has moved on from? You've been here for a day, maybe hang around a while before declaring something one of he most interesting moments. Get to know the place and the people here.

Sure thing. I just made a mistake, I stumbled upon this thread while looking through general zoo discussion page and I guess I just got a little carried away. I hope you forgive me.

 

[CheeseChameleon1945]

This is nothing, there are plenty of far more interesting moments on zoochat

 

[BerdNerd]

I know you all may think they are boring and that I might have something wrong with me, but overall, I think Rock Doves are an extraordinary species of animal. Probably the most underrated bird (in my opinion), I just think they're a fascinating species. They come in a wide range of feather variations from spotted, to brown, to completely white. They are extremely adaptable, able to survive on almost every continent in various environments from the sides of sea cliffs, to the hustle and bustle of the big city. Rock Doves also actually make very good pets. I've never owned one, but from what I read online, they are very docile, have a long lifespan, and have a strong bond with their owner. Although not as smart as parrots or Corvids, Rock Doves can recognize and remember certain images for many years, have the ability to fly back home no matter where they are, and some have passed the MSR Test, which is a test that determines if an animal possesses the ability of self-recognition using a mirror (which few animals have passed). Rock Doves have also been important in world history, as in World War I and World War II, they were used to carry urgent messages. In fact, in 1942 during World War II, a pigeon name Winkie flew 120 miles home with a message stating that the plane she was on was badly damaged from enemy fire, and took a crash landing into the Red Sea. A rescue team was soon notified, and within 15 minutes of Winkie arriving back home, the stranded crew's position was located and they were soon rescued. Rock Doves are also a delicacy in many parts of the world and are said to taste like chicken. It is because of these reasons which I think Rock Doves are fascinating creatures and are way too underrated.

 

[TinoPup]

I know you all may think they are boring and that I might have something wrong with me, but overall, I think Rock Doves are an extraordinary species of animal. Probably the most underrated bird (in my opinion), I just think they're a fascinating species. They come in a wide range of feather variations from spotted, to brown, to completely white. They are extremely adaptable, able to survive on almost every continent in various environments from the sides of sea cliffs, to the hustle and bustle of the big city. Rock Doves also actually make very good pets. I've never owned one, but from what I read online, they are very docile, have a long lifespan, and have a strong bond with their owner. Although not as smart as parrots or Corvids, Rock Doves can recognize and remember certain images for many years, have the ability to fly back home no matter where they are, and some have passed the MSR Test, which is a test that determines if an animal possesses the ability of self-recognition using a mirror (which few animals have passed). Rock Doves have also been important in world history, as in World War I and World War II, they were used to carry urgent messages. In fact, in 1942 during World War II, a pigeon name Winkie flew 120 miles home with a message stating that the plane she was on was badly damaged from enemy fire, and took a crash landing into the Red Sea. A rescue team was soon notified, and within 15 minutes of Winkie arriving back home, the stranded crew's position was located and they were soon rescued. Rock Doves are also a delicacy in many parts of the world and are said to taste like chicken. It is because of these reasons which I think Rock Doves are fascinating creatures and are way too underrated.

You can come adopt the ones living in my apartment building hallway They are definitely an interesting species, and I don't mind seeing them elsewhere, but when they're pooping all over the stairs and rails, cooing at 4am, trying to chase the dogs...

 

[BerdNerd]

You can come adopt the ones living in my apartment building hallway They are definitely an interesting species, and I don't mind seeing them elsewhere, but when they're pooping all over the stairs and rails, cooing at 4am, trying to chase the dogs...

Yeah I agree. The only bad things about pigeons is, their feathers can carry diseases and their poop can also turn to a powdery substance when dry, and get in people’s lungs. They can also cause bird strikes with aircraft if they’re on an airplane runway. Other than that, they are one of the greatest birds and should be appreciated by more people

 

[Ebirah766]

Marine life is a lot more diverse and interesting than people give it credit for.