Among the huge diversity of terrestrial fauna, there are both disgusting and terrible creatures, as well as animals, which can rightfully be called "mercy."
After examining several sites dedicated to zoology, we selected 20 copies that can qualify for the title of “cutest animals”. This top is not only pleasant to the eyes, but also useful, because it will give you positive emotions, which are so lacking in a stressful life.
20. Meerkat
Despite the fact that this animal looks almost the same as its other mongoose relatives, it is famous for its humanoid posture and love for hugs. Meerkats hug at sunset to warm each other.
These moving creatures can be found in the deserts of South Africa and parts of Angola. Highly social meerkats live in “gangs” or “clans” with about 20 members, although some larger families may include up to 50 individuals.
19. Koala
This marsupial “mi-teddy bear” (which is actually not related to bears) can be found in the wild in the eucalyptus forests of Australia. However, most of us are used to seeing these cute, furry animals in zoos.
Despite the attractive appearance, the koala has a rather vicious disposition. But that did not stop us from including her in our top 20 very cute animals.
18. The Red Panda
This small animal, also known as the little panda and the red bear cat, is famous for its thick red or walnut fur with yellow tips on its back. The red panda is a real "owl", at dusk and at night it is active, and usually sleeps during the day.
Unfortunately, there are very few red pandas left in nature (according to various estimates, from 10 thousand to 2500 individuals). But these pussies breed well in captivity, so there is a chance to see the red panda at least in the zoo.
18. Clown fish
About 30 species of clown fish have been discovered in the wild, and all of them flaunt vivid color patterns. The largest species of one of the most beautiful fish in the world reaches up to 18 centimeters in length, and the smallest - barely reaches 10 centimeters.
17. Chinchilla
One of the cutest pets. Due to its extremely soft, plush fur, chinchilla was a favorite hunting object and at one time was even on the verge of extinction.
It is unlikely that you will be able to see these animals in the wild, as these rodents usually live at dizzying heights in the Andes, Argentina and Chile. However, you can easily find chinchillas at your local pet store and choose as your pet.
16. Roe deer
The beautiful and graceful creature belongs to the deer family. Its characteristic features are a brown-orange skin, slender legs and sharp little hooves. The roe deer has a tail, only it cannot be seen under the thick fur. Roe deer are found in many countries of the world, including Russia.
15. Alpaca
Alpaca wool is mainly used for making sweaters and warm blankets, and it also gives these calm, domesticated animals a cozy and attractive look. Unlike other members of the camelid family, alpacas do not spit on a person. But each other during the competition for food - easily.
14. Hummingbird bee
The smallest bird in the world comes from Liberty Island - Cuba. Hummingbird-bee got its name due to the fact that it acts like a bee - pollinates plants. Her wings flutter at a speed of 80 beats per second - so fast that the human eye perceives them as a blurry spot.
13. Squirrel
A newborn Greenland or Caspian seal is one of the most attractive and innocent creatures in the world. They have big black eyes and snow-white fur. Because of the fur, squirrels are the subject of fur trade. Would you raise your hand on such a lovely creature?
In 2009, Vladimir Putin introduced a complete, albeit temporary, ban on hunting for squirrels, hohlush and serokov (different age groups of seal pups).
12. The Big Panda
Perhaps soon we will only have to admire this cute animal in the photo. Big pandas are threatened with extinction, and about 1,600 of them remain in the world. The reason for this is mainly caused by deforestation, as pandas are highly dependent on bamboo trees. Adult pandas eat up to 30 kilograms of bamboo and its shoots daily.
11. Fenech
This nocturnal fox lives in the Sahara desert. Its most attractive features are large ears and a sharp muzzle. The attractive appearance makes Fenech one of the most beautiful animals and an ideal candidate for taming, especially since this animal is a little larger in size than one of the smallest cats in the world.
10. Arctic owl
An owl is not something that usually comes to mind at the word “beautiful”, but not in the case of a polar owl. This large snow-white bird is found on some islands in the Arctic Ocean, as well as in the tundra zone in Greenland, North America and Eurasia.
Polar owls are predators and skillfully hunt rabbits, rats and other small animals at night.
9. Capuchin
Some of the cutest animals in the world are easy to train, smart, funny, in a word, ideal pets for active and cheerful people.
They have a funny habit of rubbing their fur with odorous substances, so keep capuchins away from perfumes and sharply smelling ointments.
8. Eared hedgehog
This small spiky mammal is one of the cutest animals on the planet due to its small size, long muzzle and, of course, large rounded ears.
As with all animals, the hedgehogs look much prettier than adults and can melt even the most severe heart.
7. Flying squirrel
The only representative of the flying squirrel family that lives in Russia. Between the front and hind legs of the flying squirrel is a wide fold of skin. It is called the flying membrane and plays the role of a parachute for the animal.
The flying beauty has a long and thick fur (thicker than that of ordinary squirrels), but it has thin mezra. And for the better, as this saves flying squirrels from the fate of becoming the object of fur trade.
6. Wombat
"Wombat, kitten, kitten, wombat." Admit it, you also immediately had lines of this bestial hit in your head at the mere word “wombat”?
In appearance, the furry big man is very similar to a teddy bear or an overgrown hamster. It weighs up to 45 kg, has sharp teeth and can run up to 40 kilometers per hour, and even faster at short distances. In general, do not anger the wombat.
5. Dolphin
This delightful marine mammal is considered the national animal of Greece. As the ancient Greek poet Oppian said: “Nothing was created more beautiful than a dolphin in the world!” And looking at the photos of the cutest animals in the world, it is hard to disagree with Oppian.
4. Raccoon
Raccoons can be the prettiest animals that have ever rummaged in trash bins. But most of them are not afraid to show you their teeth if they feel threatened. In addition, their small paws are equipped with very sharp claws. Therefore, it is better not to stroke a wild raccoon, and even a domestic one - only with the permission of the owner.
3. Arctic fox
The beautiful white “coat” of the Arctic fox may suggest that it is a gentle and spoiled creature. However, this animal is able to withstand incredibly harsh conditions - up to minus 50 degrees during the Arctic winter. Arctic foxes can be charming, but they are certainly hardy and harsh animals.
2. Imperial tamarin
A delightful white beard and mustache give this monkey the look of a mentor who is about to utter some ancient wisdom. However, the growth of the "mentor" did not come out. Tamarines grow up to 25 centimeters in length, making them one of the smallest monkeys on the planet.
1. Ili pika
It is very unlikely that you heard about the Ilyan pika, not to mention seeing it live. This cute rabbit-like creature was first discovered in China in 1983, and the second time it was possible to see it only in 2014.
A unique representative of the fauna of the Celestial Empire is found in the mountainous regions of northwestern China, and is believed to have decreased by 70% over the past 15 years.
