A common sight in coastal regions throughout the Northern Hemisphere

Can withstand harsh winter conditions, often remaining at sea even when the water is frozen

Unlike most deer, it lacks antlers

Its appearance is what really sets it apart—it looks like something straight out of a science fiction movie

At the first sign of danger, it will quickly dive into the water and hide

A bird that can change its color to match its surroundings!

Can hang upside down while feeding!

They’re kind of like big, furry rats but with a different shape

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!

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

To prepare for winter, they gather huge amounts of food – sometimes up to 65 kilograms – and store it in their burrows

Only males possess a unique, inflatable, balloon-like nose that they can inflate into a large red shape

Doesn’t have venom, so you don’t need to worry about it if you see one

It’s a frog, but it doesn’t look like the typical frogs we think of!

Swift, enjoys harsh weather, adores the mountains, and is toxic to its predators

You might mistake it for a big squirrel, but it’s smaller and has a more delicate appearance

Unlike rabbits, they don’t live in burrows, instead, they make shallow nests in the grass called forms

The biggest bat you can find in Europe, with wings that can stretch out as wide as your arm!

Its tail is almost as long as its body, and it can even stick to things

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!

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

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

Most common and widely distributed swallow globally

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

Male undergo a striking transformation during a short breeding window, displaying a vibrant blue color

Symbol of environmental health as they are sensitive to changes in environmental conditions, particularly pollution levels

Instead of hopping like other toads, they have a funny little walk, almost like they’re running!

Covered in small, bumpy warts that can even have sharp points

Green amphibian that’s really good at hiding, usually no bigger than your hand

Can produce a peculiar garlic-like smell when threatened, which acts as another line of defense to deter predators

Has the ability to survive in varying water salinity levels, which is unusual for freshwater amphibians

When winter comes, they bury themselves in the mud and basically freeze solid!

Can regrow lost limbs, tails, and even parts of their heart and eyes

With its triangular head, distinct from its neck, and vertical pupils, it’s easy to recognize

Can live for several decades under the right conditions, but grow slowly and only reach maturity after several years

Their webbed feet act like tiny paddles, propelling them through the water with surprising speed and agility

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

The biggest of all the hammerhead sharks, with a massive head that looks like a giant, flat hammer

What makes them really interesting is their skin – it’s covered in lots of little bumpy scales, like tiny pearls

Excellent climbers, capable of scaling rocky slopes and walls with ease

Known for their acrobatic leaps, twisting and turning gracefully as they jump completely out of the water

Often seen riding the bow waves of boats or performing acrobatic leaps out of the water

Meet the model for the Sagittarius sign in the zodiac!

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

Considered a hybrid species — believed to have arisen from the interbreeding of the house sparrow and the Spanish sparrow

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

Can switch from winter white to summer grey – truly a nature’s savvy survivors!

One of the rarest and most endangered eagle species in the world

Sometimes called the “squirrels of the weasel family” due to their impressive arboreal abilities

They spread faster than any other colonizing mammal in the world

Often lives close to humans and is sometimes seen as a pest

Their horns are curved backward, resembling a hook or a pair of lyre-shaped instruments

The direct ancestor of the domestic cat—no wonder why they look so alike!

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

The treasured bird of Saladin, the first Sultan of Egypt

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

It is one of the most widespread and familiar amphibians in Europe

They have the ability to regenerate lost limbs and other body parts, a superpower in the animal kingdom!

As one of the largest deer species, the red deer holds a prominent place in the cultural and natural history of many European, Asian, and North African regions. They are robust and large, with males (stags) significantly larger than females (hinds). One of the most distinctive features of the red deer is its antlers, which […]

Introduced to many regions where it is now considered an invasive species

Revered in many cultures for their beauty, grace, and symbolism of love and fidelity

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

They were commonly depicted in art from ancient Egypt

The males, in particular, produce a rich and intricate song that contributes to their charm

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

Exhibit powerful flight, with distinctive slow wing beats and an extended neck, defining features during their aerial movements

Holds cultural symbolism in some societies, representing good luck

Adaptable raptor known for its hovering hunting technique and striking appearance

Their migratory behavior is often linked to the availability of insects for food

Recognizable by their distinctive and familiar call, resembling the noise of small pebbles colliding, creating a “tak tak” sound

These owls have specialized feathers that make their flight nearly silent

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

Speed and power embodied, they rule the seas with their sleek bodies and jaw-dropping leaping prowess

Majestic giants of the sea, they peacefully glide through the ocean with mouths agape, filtering the waters for sustenance

Opportunistic predators of the open ocean, their aggressive and persistent feeding behaviour strikes fear into the hearts of their prey

Majestic ocean predators, embodying power, speed, and precision in their pursuit of prey

One of the largest and strongest sea turtles in the world

Meet the smallest and rarest sea turtle in the world

The mosaic-shelled marvel of the Mediterranean

Stands out with its striking ocelli, or eye-like markings, that adorn its sleek body

Resilient creature that can thrive in human-dominated environments

The furry flat-tailed mammal that builds its own aquatic empire

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

Possessed with special visual adaptations to catch fish

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

A tiny creature that dwells below the surface in a complex system of tunnels and burrows

A warty amphibian with golden eyes

Habitat destruction & overhunting led to extinction in the wild, now gradually being reintroduced