Reading ГР 3 (Unit 11-12)

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Weird Animals Around the World

axolotl /ˈaksəˌlädl/-аксолотль

platypus /'pladəpəs/- качкодзьоб

aye-aye - ай-ай

Our planet is full of amazing creatures, but some animals look so unusual that people call them “weird”. However, every strange animal has special features that help it survive.

One of the strangest animals is the axolotl. It lives in lakes in Mexico. Unlike most amphibians, it does not change into an adult form. It keeps its gills and stays underwater all its life. Even more surprisingly, the axolotl can regrow lost body parts, such as legs or even parts of its heart.

Another unusual animal is the platypus from Australia. It looks like a mix of different animals: it has a duck’s bill, a beaver’s tail, and it lays eggs like a reptile. Scientists were confused when they first saw it because they thought it was not real!

The blobfish is often called the “ugliest animal in the world”. It lives deep in the ocean where the pressure is very high. Its soft body helps it survive in such extreme conditions. When it is brought to the surface, it looks very different and much less attractive.

Finally, there is the aye-aye, a rare animal from Madagascar. It has very long fingers which it uses to find insects inside trees. Some people believe it brings bad luck, but in fact, it plays an important role in the ecosystem.

These weird animals may look funny or scary, but they are perfectly adapted to their environment. Nature is full of surprises!

The axolotl lives in Australia.

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