Weird and wonderful cold-blooded wildlife
Animals whose blood runs cold
LIFESTYLE Animals
Wildlife termed as being cold-blooded number amphibians, reptiles, fish, and insects—in fact, all creatures except mammals and birds. Known also as ectothermic or poikilothermic animals, cold-blooded wildlife cannot regulate temperatures internally, so their temperature is not constant and varies according to their environment. Indeed, there are some truly bizarre-looking cold-blooded members of the animal kingdom out there, distinguished for their color and shape, and for being among the deadliest on the planet. But numerous species, too, are known for being critically endangered or even threatened with extinction. So, what are some of the rarest and weirdest cold-blooded members of the animal kingdom?
Click through and admire the drop in temperature.