In the animal world, every body part has a purpose, especially when it comes to survival. Take the nose, for example. While we often think of it as just for breathing or smelling, in some animals ...

Weevils have a structure called a proboscis, which is a long, flexible nose or snout found in certain animals, known for its length and mobility. For example, what many people call a trunk on an ...

It uses its long, flexible snout to scoop up insects. The animal first appeared in Africa more than 100 million years ago and, despite its common name. is not related to shrews.

The animals are endangered, with fewer than 2,000 estimated to remain in the wild. ... Their long, flexible snout allows them to reach food on branches above them.

Q: I have long wanted to have pet seahorses. Any comments? — Maria, Pittsfield. A: Imagine a creature that looks like it was made of leftover animal pieces. Imagine a creature with the snout of an ...