An Amusing March Through Eighteen of the World's Most Exceptionally Unique Animal Species

The Aye-Aye

Our journey continues to the dense forests of Madagascar, home to one of the most unusual primates on the planet, the Aye-Aye. With its long, thin middle finger, the Aye-Aye taps on trees to find grubs, then uses the same finger to scoop them out.

The Aye-Aye's unusual hunting method is a perfect example of how species can evolve unique solutions to the challenges of their environment. The Aye-Aye's finger, a tool perfectly adapted to its dietary needs, is a testament to the power of evolution and the diversity of life on Earth.