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NaturebyFossy Let’s talk about nature in its natural and humorous form.

08/29/2026

I knew Komodo dragons were big. Seeing one suddenly emerge from the bushes behind me was a completely different experience.

But did you know the Komodo dragon is the largest living species of lizard?

Native to a small group of Indonesian islands, these reptiles can grow to around 10 feet long, with exceptionally large individuals weighing well over 150 pounds.

And that tongue flicking you see? It isn’t random. Komodo dragons use their forked tongues to collect chemical information from the environment and deliver it to a specialized sensory organ in the roof of the mouth. It helps them investigate what’s around them and locate food.

They’re also formidable predators. Their teeth are serrated, and research has shown that Komodo dragons possess venom glands that contribute to the effects of their bite.

Despite looking like something left over from the age of dinosaurs, they are modern monitor lizards and currently exist naturally in only a very small part of Indonesia.

So when one comes out of the bushes and decides to investigate your side of the trail, you respect the distance.

08/22/2026

An orangutan casually putting his arm around me was definitely not on today’s itinerary.

Did you know orangutans share roughly 97% of their DNA with humans?

They are highly intelligent great apes that have been observed using tools and learning complex behaviors. They spend much of their lives in trees, and young orangutans can remain with their mothers for around 7 to 8 years while learning the skills they need to survive.

Their name comes from words meaning “person of the forest.”

Sadly, all three orangutan species are critically endangered.

08/15/2026

This little guy turned one of nature’s dirtiest jobs into a full-time career. 😂💩🪲

Meet the dung beetle, nature’s tiny waste manager, recycler, delivery driver, and one seriously underrated little creature.

I went into this episode expecting jokes. I came out actually impressed. 😂

Another case of nature being completely unserious while somehow making perfect sense.

08/08/2026

This is a green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas), one of the largest species of sea turtle in the world.

Despite their name, green sea turtles aren’t named after the color of their shells. The name actually comes from the greenish color of the fat beneath their shells, which is linked to their largely herbivorous diet as adults.

They can hold their breath for several hours while resting, although when they’re active they surface much more frequently to breathe.

Adult green sea turtles can grow to around 3–4 feet long and weigh hundreds of pounds. And those front flippers aren’t just for show, they’re powerful enough to carry them across enormous stretches of ocean.

One of the craziest things about sea turtles is their navigation. Females can migrate huge distances and later return to the same general region where they hatched to lay their own eggs.

Green sea turtles also play an important role in marine ecosystems by grazing on seagrass, helping maintain healthy seagrass beds.

Swimming alongside one and watching it move so effortlessly through the water was something else. I was definitely the slow one here.

08/01/2026

These are Mountain Goats (Oreamnos americanus), and despite their name, they aren’t true goats. They’re the only living species in their genus and are specially adapted for life high in North America’s rugged mountains.

Their specialized split hooves have rough, rubber-like pads that grip rock with incredible precision, allowing them to stand and move confidently on cliffs that seem impossible to climb.

During spring and summer, mothers stay close to their kids, using soft contact bleats to keep them nearby while they explore. Even the youngest kids begin climbing steep terrain just days after they’re born.

Watching this little one wander off for a moment before heading straight back to its mother was a reminder that curiosity and family exist everywhere in nature.

06/27/2026

I made one new friend today...

I think I accidentally adopted a red panda. 😂🐼

Red pandas are incredible climbers and spend most of their lives in trees. They use their long bushy tails for balance, and they even have a special "false thumb" that helps them grip bamboo and branches with remarkable precision.
..Now someone explain how I'm supposed to get him home. 😭

06/06/2026

African Grey Parrots are considered among the most intelligent birds in the world. They can learn hundreds of words, recognize patterns, and accurately mimic human voices and sounds.

05/25/2026

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Baboons are highly intelligent and opportunistic animals that quickly learn when humans are carrying food.

In the wild, they often rely on bold behavior, teamwork, and quick decision-making to steal snacks or supplies, especially around safari areas where they’ve learned people usually carry food.

05/10/2026

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04/11/2026

Snowy owls are large Arctic owls known for their white plumage and ability to hunt in daylight.
They feed mainly on lemmings but will also hunt birds and small mammals when food is scarce.

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