
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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Preserved Animals
Preserved animals are transformed into art, exampled by this Chinese Water Dragon turned witch.
Insect Art
Check out these curious insect art pieces from around the world that range from humorous to chilling.
Deer Skulls
Check out these beautifully creative deer skulls utilizing various techniques to create unusual deer skull art.
Cane Toad Coin Purse
This coin purse was once an actual living cane toad, an invasive and poisonous toad native to South and Central America.
Dried Leech
This dried leech in a glass tube is just one of many fascinating specimens available from oddities and curiosities seller Curiotorium.
Sphynx Cat Deathcast
Take a closer look at the incredible detail on this silicone deathcast of a real sphynx cat by Stockton Skulls.
“A Study of Fortitude” Mixed Media Fine Art
Explore this fascinating and meticulously crafted mixed media fine art piece titled “A Study of Fortitude” by award-winning and critically-acclaimed musical and visual artist Adam Watts.
Share Half Your (Sheep) Heart
Looking for anniversary gift ideas? It doesn’t get much more unique than a bisected heart.
Mermaid Skeleton
Check out this lovely little mermaid skeleton that is just one of several curious digitally sculpted pieces by the artist.
Armadillo Tail
Have your walls been looking a little bland lately? How about an armadillo tail to liven things up?
Taxidermy Mice
Check out these incredible taxidermy mice inspired by our favorite cultural pastimes and pop-culture icons, created by taxidermy artists from around the world.
Gator Head Doll
This gator head doll display piece is just one of many lovely-creep collectibles created by My Weird Friends on Etsy.