Curved Spiny Spider

Invertebrates > Arachnids

The Curved Spiny Spider (Macracantha arcuata), also known as the Long-horned Orbweaver, is one of the most structurally bizarre and visually arresting arachnids on the planet. Belonging to the orbweaver family Araneidae, this miniature rainforest architect looks more...

Climbing Perch

Fish > Bony Fishes

The Climbing Perch (Anabas testudineus) is an extraordinary, amphibious freshwater fish celebrated throughout Asia for its legendary hardiness and ability to travel overland. Belonging to the labyrinth fish family Anabantidae, this armored survivor possesses a...

Common Sun Skink

Reptiles > Lizards

The Common Sun Skink (Eutropis multifasciata), also known as the Many-lined Sun Skink or East Indian Brown Mabuya, is one of the most familiar, abundant, and conspicuous lizards across Southeast Asia. A dedicated heliotherm (sun-worshiper), this heavy-set, glossy...

Northern Treeshrew

Mammals > Treeshrews

The Northern Treeshrew (Tupaia belangeri) is a remarkably lively, diurnal mammal native to the forests and secondary scrub of mainland Southeast Asia. Although superficially resembling an energetic tree squirrel, it belongs to the distinct mammalian order Scandentia...

Crested Partridge

Birds > Gamebirds

The Crested Partridge (Rollulus rouloul), famously known as the Roul-roul or Red-crested Wood Partridge, is one of the most vividly ornamented and enchanting ground birds of Southeast Asia’s tropical rainforests. Inhabiting the deep, shadowed understory of...