The COD
A Curated Daily Digest of Oddities, Curiosities & Unusual Fascinations
CURIOSITY OF THE DAY
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The COD will be off exploring the infinite abyss until October 30th. Please grave rob from our older articles until then. 🎃
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Needle Felted Animals & Unique Wool Sculptures
Check out these fantastically unique needle felted animals and curious wool sculptures by artists from around the world.
Weird Taxidermy
The weirdest and most unusual taxidermy we could find by artists from around the world.
Animal Poop Jewelry
This moose poop necklace adorned with a turquoise bead is just one of many jewelry items made by artists out of genuine poo.
Ceramic Animals
Ceramic animals, including curious mythical creations, by artists from around the world.
Vintage Anatomical Animal Educational Models
This rare vintage anatomical model of a grasshopper is a curious reminder of pre-internet learning where our teaching tools were tactile and not merely confined to a computer screen.
Horse Cleaver
This horse cleaver is a functional oddities piece combining a large jawbone of a horse and a real steel cleaver.
Hanging Cynopterus Brachyotis Bat
Yep, this Hanging Cynopterus Brachyotis Bat is actually real.
Spider Statue With Lilies
Explore the ultra-curious sculpture work of Roman Karun of My Creatures.
Creepy Plushies
Snuggle up (or not) with these creepy plushies depicting iconic folklore and other frightening one-of-a-kind creatures.
Oyster Shell Art
Explore the intricate and curious creativity of oyster shell art by artists from around the world.
Alligator Art
May 29th is National Alligator Day, and we’re sharing some cool and unique alligator art to celebrate this curious reptile that has been in existence for over 150 million years.
Owl Pellet Dissection Kit
For ultra-curious nature lovers, this owl pellet dissection kit will allow you to safely investigate the remains of what owls swallow whole, which can be everything from small insects to reptiles, rodents, and fish depending on the species.