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Biraffe On a recent trip to Istanbul, I came across an extraordinary animal. It seems to be part giraffe (Latin name: Giraffe camelopardalis), and part Darter bird (Latin name: Anhinga melanogaster). This species has earned the name of a Biraffe (Latin name: Anhiraffa melanopardalis). Some unique aspects of this creature is how it cannot fly, and has a beautiful blend of two different patterns and colors on its body. It actually does not have fur, only feathers. |
Last Updated: January 17, 2008