The transcript is a dialogue from a video where the host discusses seven unusual and interesting creatures that exist on Earth. The host begins by stating that the exact number of animal species on the planet is uncertain due to the continuous discovery of new species. They then introduce the video and invite viewers to subscribe and enable notifications to stay updated.
The first creature discussed is the Long-eared Grass, a tiny animal native to China and Mongolia. Despite its size, it has a huge tail that doubles its body size and long ears. It's the largest animal relative to its size. The Long-eared Grass was only filmed for the first time in its habitat in 2007.
The second creature is the Bullbird, a bird related to herons that lives near lagoons in Africa and Asia. It got its name due to a particular sound it makes. Despite being harmless, it has been threatened due to habitat reduction.
The third creature is the Ribbon Worm, a marine worm that lives on the shores of the sea. It's known for its strange, alien-like appearance and has more than 1,200 species. Most of them live on the coasts of Taiwan, Japan, and the Philippines.
The fourth creature is the Antarctic Polype, a small, worm-like creature that lives in the depths of the Antarctic Ocean. Very little is known about it, including its diet, which is completely unknown.
The fifth creature is the Sea Cucumber, a marine animal with a worm-like appearance. Some species can grow up to 5 meters long. They are important for their habitat as they feed on organisms in the sand, acting like vacuum cleaners of the ocean. However, many species have been threatened due to human consumption for medical uses.
The sixth creature is the Sea Turtle, a type of turtle without a shell. Its shell is like cartilage, very similar to human ears. This gives it an advantage in the water as it is very fast and can breathe without having to come to the surface.
The seventh creature is the Spider Crab, a large crustacean that lives on the coasts of Japan. It's known for its enormous legs that can measure up to four meters, making it the largest crustacean in the world.
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1. The number of animal species on Earth is not known for certainty, with new species being discovered yearly.
2. The speaker has taken on the task of showcasing some of the strangest, most incredible creatures that people may not be familiar with.
3. The speaker recommends a friend's YouTube channel where they upload travel videos and tutorials on trading.
4. The first creature discussed is the long-eared grass, which is originally from China and Mongolia. It is barely 17 centimeters tall but has a huge tail that doubles its size.
5. The long-eared grass was only filmed for the first time in its habitat in 2007.
6. The second creature discussed is the bull bird, which is related to herons and lives near lagoons in much of Africa and Eurasia.
7. The bull bird has been the protagonist of various legends in the areas they inhabit due to the particular sound of their Hamid song and tone.
8. The third creature discussed is the ribbon worm, which is found on the shores of the sea and lives in the coasts of Taiwan, Japan, and the Philippines.
9. The ribbon worm has a tongue called a proboscis that it uses mainly to hunt its prey.
10. The fourth creature discussed is a creature that lives in the depths of the Antarctic Ocean, which scientists have found to measure about 20 centimeters.
11. The fifth creature discussed is a sea cucumber, which is super important for its habitat as it feeds on the organisms in the sand.
12. Many species of sea cucumbers have been threatened by human consumption as they are used to treat diseases such as arthritis and cancer in some countries.
13. The sixth creature discussed is a type of turtle called the tronidos, which does not have a shell as hard as its other relatives. Instead, its shell is like cartilage.
14. The seventh creature discussed is the spider crab, which is the largest crustacean in the world and only lives on the coasts of Japan.