Not So Weird ‘N Wild…

More cute and snuggly, really. Still, I couldn’t resist passing along this story to you all about a baby seal that entered a New Zelander’s home and made itself comfy, including taking a nap … What would you do if you came home to an exotic animal sleeping on **your** couch??

Blue-Footed Boobies

While there are plenty of boobies (seabirds from the genus Sula) in the world, these blue-footed boobies live off the coasts of Central and South America, and, most famously, on the Galapagos Islands. Like other boobies, blue-foots nest on land, and hunt for fish during the day. The coolest thing about them? Their FEET! They’re an electric blue, a la Elvis’ blue suede shoes. When temperatures drop, the boobies use their giant blue feet just like your mom might use her arms, wrapping them around their young to keep them warm. How would you like your parents to do that to you next time you’re cold?

Watch the video below to learn more (y un poco de español también)!