Male satin bowerbirds build elaborate structures called bowers to attract females. They decorate them with blue objects (the bluer the better)—including feathers, berries, flowers, and even pieces of plastic.

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Satin Bowerbird

When threatened, these dragons can sprint on the surface of the water using their powerful hind legs, and their long, muscular tail for balance.

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Eastern Water Dragon

Its bright yellow eyes give away this crow-like Australian native. Known to stash food in tree crevices like a feathered squirrel.