You might find this little critter purched high in the canopy of the Amazon rain forest. Good luck catching a close look at one of these guys because with eyes this wide, they can see you from a mile away and can fit their tiny bodies into excellent hiding places. The Tikka has sticky palms which allows it to climb up and down trees. They feed on small insects crawling up and down the bark of the tree and wouldn't dare travel outside the familiar region of the canopy. It is born at about three inches long and does not grow any bigger than five inches. Tikkas are very unproportional with a large head and small slender bodies. Although Tikkas are harmless, they are very shy and rarely come out of their protective shells. They are a delicious snack for hungry toucans if they are able to find them under the thick leaves of the canopy. Tikkas are so small that their predators may have a hard time finding them. Their shells provide a camouflage covering to keep them safe and secure. So if you ever happen to see a Tikka in the Amazon, don't be alarmed, their harmless and friendly creatures.
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
#5 A mini monster
You might find this little critter purched high in the canopy of the Amazon rain forest. Good luck catching a close look at one of these guys because with eyes this wide, they can see you from a mile away and can fit their tiny bodies into excellent hiding places. The Tikka has sticky palms which allows it to climb up and down trees. They feed on small insects crawling up and down the bark of the tree and wouldn't dare travel outside the familiar region of the canopy. It is born at about three inches long and does not grow any bigger than five inches. Tikkas are very unproportional with a large head and small slender bodies. Although Tikkas are harmless, they are very shy and rarely come out of their protective shells. They are a delicious snack for hungry toucans if they are able to find them under the thick leaves of the canopy. Tikkas are so small that their predators may have a hard time finding them. Their shells provide a camouflage covering to keep them safe and secure. So if you ever happen to see a Tikka in the Amazon, don't be alarmed, their harmless and friendly creatures.
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The Tikka sounds (and looks) like one of the cutest creatures I would ever encounter. When it comes to having one as a pet, sign me up! You mention that they are harmless and friendly, and who wants more in a pet? Also, you could take them anywhere because they are so small. That's better than a pet dog; you can have one of these with you everywhere you go. One downer is that they are so tiny, and probably fragile. If it were to escape somehow, you may never find it again. Or else you could possibly step on it. I think it would be worth the risk though. If ever I go for a stroll through the Amazon, I'll be sure to keep an eye out for my future pet!
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