These owls have specialized feathers that make their flight nearly silent

Has the body of a duck, neck of a goose, and voice of a goose having a bad day

They flip the script — literally!

The only long-distance migratory dove in Europe

Timid by nature, often flying off at the slightest sign of danger

Have you ever seen one gliding through a stream or sunning itself by a quiet pond?

Famously linked to the production of a luxury coffee called kopi luwak

Need to escape? No problem! They can dive into water and swim powerfully using their tail like a paddle

One of the most widespread and adaptable herons in the world

Famous snake-fighter — with strategy

In Iceland, its arrival is eagerly awaited as it signifies the end of the harsh winter

One of the fastest runners among hedgehogs

The treasured bird of Saladin, the first Sultan of Egypt

A big, harmless snake that likes to live near freshwater

The largest of all goats and Pakistan’s national animal

An incredible climber — it can scale almost vertical cliffs and jump across wide gaps with ease

Known as the “Marco Polo sheep,” it was first described by the explorer during his Central Asia travels

This bird taps its feet to imitate rain to make the prey reach the surface

One of the rarest and most critically endangered crane species in the world

Like miniature tanks, built for survival in some seriously harsh climates

Their keen vision enables them to scan vast landscapes, identifying small movements or potential prey items even from high altitudes

Their favorite snack? Large insects like locusts and dragonflies

Renowned for their spectacular aerial displays during courtship, including steep dives and intricate flight patterns

Arguably among the most beautiful songbirds in the world — they enjoy singing after a rain shower

The flocks of this social and gregarious bird are fond of migration, flying over the horizon and creating a V-shaped formation

Its long, serrated beak, often called a “sawbill,” is perfectly adapted for catching slippery prey like fish

Loves trees! Only member of its family breeding in Europe

The masters of catching oysters, clams, and cockles

Brilliant mimics, they can copy bird calls and even human-made sounds like car alarms and ringing phones!

A common sight in coastal regions throughout the Northern Hemisphere

Can hang upside down while feeding!

Amazing flyers — they can even drink water while they’re flying!

Can dive down to the bottom of a lake and rest there, safe from predators!

They might not look like much, but they have an incredible talent: singing!

They don’t have eyelids, instead, they have a clear covering over their eyes that they lick to keep clean

Males are particularly eye-catching with their black and white plumage, looking like they’re wearing a little tuxedo

Can be quite friendly and will often come close to humans, especially if they’re offered food

Underneath this colorful beak, there’s a hidden surprise – a built-in net for scooping up a delicious lunch!

Its imperial imagery and fierce demeanor have made it a symbol of power and nobility throughout history

A tiny bird, one of the smallest in fact!

Most common and widely distributed swallow globally

The smallest of all the crane species and is known for its elegance and grace

Very active and noisy, with a loud, piercing call that sounds like “pee-wit”

Often called the “singer of the night,” it produces a complex and beautiful melody that has captivated people for centuries

Have been observed remembering the locations of their impaled prey and even using tools to help them catch food

Quite noisy creatures which is a common sight in wetland areas

A majestic scavenger with a wingspan wider than a car

Known for their graceful movements and the distinctive “S” shape of their neck

Very loyal partners! Once they find a mate, they usually stay together for life

Capable of making long leaps, thanks to their powerful hind legs

Their stiff, upright tail feathers aid them in swimming and diving

Can walk along the riverbed using its wings to stabilize itself against the current

It’s dazzling plumage has earned it the nickname “nine-colored bird” in some cultures

One of the most hunted, widespread, ancient, and well-known game birds

During breeding, they transform with elegant white plumage, adorned by decorative plumes on the head, neck, and back

They consistently display a restless demeanor and exhibit a distinctive, tail-trembling behavior

Holds cultural symbolism in some societies, representing good luck

Adaptable raptor known for its hovering hunting technique and striking appearance

Territorial and defends its territory aggressively against other birds

These birds are quite chatty, and their sounds are like a strong and determined rattling laugh

With lightning-fast speed and a keen sense of smell, this predator easily captures prey in the desert

With its splendid plumage, it has earned its place as a jewel of the skies

A lizard with vibrant hues – a living canvas of green, brown, and sometimes even blue

Known for their impressive stamina and can travel long distances in search of food and water

Aren’t afraid of bigger animals, and they’ve been known to fight off dogs and even leopards!

A small, burrowing snake that can’t see well but can smell its way to a tasty insect

Known for its docile and non-aggressive nature

A balanced diet for a healthy fox: fruits and insects!

A sly, sandy-furred survivor of Central Asian grasslands, threatened by human activity but fiercely protected by conservationists

Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome the world’s most widely distributed carnivore!

Can be easily identified by its larger ears, making it stand out from red and pale foxes

Possessed with special visual adaptations to catch fish

A skilled predator with a unique coat and playful personality

Fiercely territorial, marking their territory with scent to communicate with other otters

They are excellent swimmers and can hold their breath for up to 30 seconds underwater

Meet the world’s smallest mammal but a fierce predator

Racing to extinction: historically ranging throughout Africa to India, now distributed in small, fragmented populations

In Vietnam, these bears are caught, crammed into tiny cages, have their teeth removed to extract bile – sold as “medicine”

The second largest bear, right after the polar bear. Sadly, it well might top the list soon

Disappearing graceful shadows, this tree-climber is on the way to extinction

Their population distribution is often associated with human settlements as they are comfortable in both agricultural and urban habitats

The vanishing big cat of the cold, rugged Himalaya mountains is being executed by the humans

These ‘sloppy animals’ tend to have a strong and unpleasant odor due to accumulated wastes in roosts

Highly mobile bats that tend to roost in hundreds to thousands of whatever shelters they can find

These elegant acrobats perform a perfectly timed and skilled somersault as they approach their chosen resting site

Their muzzle has wrinkled lips, which makes them look like a dog’s face, and is commonly called a bulldog bat

This charismatic creature is not just a quilled beauty but also a skilled architect

The smallest carnivorous predator in the world and so have limited fat stores and need to eat more than 50% of the body weight

A small, fierce predator known for its agility, hunting skills, and color-changing fur

Due to their adaptability and willingness to migrate to more favorable habitats, great cormorants are found worldwide

Aptly named after the goddesses of wisdom and war, little owls have lived alongside human civilizations since 500 BC

This bird looks like a modern mosaic art-piece

If you ever forget the tune of a song, don’t worry; this bird has your back

This cute and small bird is one of the most elite hunters below the water’s surface

This bird holds a Guinness book of world records to its name

The iconic and elegant bird with a curved pink bill is known for turning heads