So I pretty much thought I’d seen it all – apparently not. Through some excess spare time and a spare bit of googling, I’ve discovered the most astonishing creatures, ones I had no clue existed. These will make your jaw drop, your eyes pop and I can grantee one or two of you will shit a brick at a few of these animals and insects. I’ve gathered the ten most mind-blowing freaks of nature in this list. If you can find anything I’ve missed, I’ll eat my hat – no, screw that, I’ll eat a Rhino Beatle.
10. Proboscis Monkey
This bulbous-nosed monkey may have a huge snout and a bulging belly, but he also is very human-like in appearance. These primates are huge, at an average 72 cm, with an up to 75 cm tail, and weighing up to 24 kg. They tower above the smaller females. They jump a lot as a form of movement, often with their hands out.
9. Micro/Mini pigs
Making something smaller doesn’t necessarily make it ten times cuter, but in the case of these adorable pets, this rule works every time. These teacup-sized pigs were made through selective breeding, initially for medical research, but soon caught media attention and are now bought as pets. Pigs will cost you £500-£700 averagely so don’t go putting them on your Christmas list just yet.
8. Seapigs
Otherwise known as Scotoplanes, sea pigs are found in the very deepest crevices of the ocean, at least 1,000 meters down. Not sure why
they’re called seapigs, because to me they look like inflated condoms. Perhaps I’m just cruder than animal specialists.
7. Star-nosed mole
Residing in North America, this little guy has twenty-two fleshly tntacles to search out his food. His odd nose kind of reminds me of those little frog things children stick to windows. I’m not entirely sure why children stick these things to windows – how is this entertainment? Imagine waking up with those tentacles on your face... Shudder.
6. Komondor Dog
No, it’s not a mop. Nor is it a collection of abused dreadlocks. This is the komondor dog, a large canine with the most fur of any species of dog. I think he’d come in useful in a carwash, but other than that this must be the most high-maintenance dog on Earth.
5. Rhino/Scarab Beetle
If the above video doesn’t make your skin crawl, I think there’s something wrong with you. They’re nocturnal so don’t you dare sleep tonight.
4. White turtle 
I don’t think I have to liken this weird, flesh-coloured creature to anything; you can make your own various likenings, depending on the dirtiness of your mind. This little guy is just a normal turtle aside from his odd colouring.
3. Blob fish 
Formally known as Psychrolutes Marcidus, these deep sea living creatures sort of resemble a melted fetus. ‘Blobs’ are slightly less dense than seawater, so they float just above the sea bed and swallow edible matter when it passes. Also, they are the splitting image of David Cameron.
2. Aye-aye 
Probably the ugliest of the bunch, the aye-aye is a form of lemur, habituated in Madagascar. It’s a nocturnal creature, and its most prominent features are its huge ears and teeth. I don’t know about you, but I think the aye-aye looks like an electrocuted rat.
1. Flying Fox 
With a fox-like head and bat-winged body, the flying fox is a jaw-dropping creature. The p.vampyrus is the largest breed, as wings span up to six foot. Most of the p.Vampyrus and Indian flying fox are the size of a child, as seen in the picture above. These odd beings live on nectar and fruits, so don’t panic too much.
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