Ayam Cemani
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Ayam Cemani

Indigenous to Java, Indonesia, the Ayam Cemani is a seriously threatened species of chicken. There, they are honored and given as offerings of sacrifice. Their high melanin levels—which cover them from head to toe and even inside—are much sought after. These lively, intelligent, fast, athletic birds are Discover all there is to know about the…

Horse fly
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Horse fly

In the family Tabanidae, true flies of the insect order Diptera are horseflies and deer flies. The adults are usually bulky and agile when flying. Female horseflies only bite to obtain blood; they do not bite male ones. They prefer night-time resting places but like to fly in bright light and avoid shadows or dark…