Because of its nectar-based diet, it likely spent much of its day visiting flowering trees rather than foraging on the ground

Often come and go after dark, so a place that feels quiet in daylight can turn noisy at night

Its streaky brown feathers match reeds so well that it can be nearby and still look like part of the vegetation

Can be black, can be grey but it’s the same bird

Has one of the longest nonstop flights ever recorded for any bird

Biggest “sandpiper” on the planet

So rarely seen that some birders call it a ghost

One of the few bats known as possible “spider experts”

The bright red patch on its forehead gives the bird a “smiling” or expressive look

For years it was lumped into “lesser sand plover”

The “cheetahs” of the deep ocean

Black feathers, white cap, sleek shape — it’s the tuxedo of the bird world

Thrive in strong winds that actually help them fly

Among the most athletic dolphins, known for their spectacular leaps and spins that can reach several meters high

Sometimes called the “scars in the water” thanks to their many white markings

Though venomous, it’s docile and curious, rarely posing any threat to humans

The most widespread species of snakes on earth are found throughout the Indian and Pacific Oceans and from Africa to Central America

Its bill, though intimidating, is surprisingly delicate—it uses it mainly for plucking fruits rather than tearing flesh

Nocturnal crab-cracker, master of camouflage, and solitary guardian of the beach

Its lungs are long and extend almost the entire length of its body

Cherished as common, friendly garden birds

Famous for very long migrations between Arctic breeding grounds and coastal wintering areas

One of the lesser-known members of the dolphin family, despite its dramatic name

The third most widespread rat on Earth, after the brown rat and black rat

Their skin actually darkens, just like a sunburn!

They flip the script — literally!

Featured in Indonesian national parks and conservation symbols, making them a wildlife ambassador for the country

One of Australia’s most iconic birds of prey — and yes, it really does whistle!

This shy, nocturnal predator spends its life in open areas of grassland and cane fields but is rarely seen

Can produce a rich oil that’s perfect for feeding chicks on long trips (high energy, easy to carry)

Known for their fast, direct flight, unlike the slow gliding of larger seabirds

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

Often called “eyelash geckos” due to the row of spiny scales above their eyes that resemble eyelashes

With their long legs, they navigate through dense vegetation, mud, and shallow water effortlessly

A delightful bird with a calm and peaceful nature

Its face really does look like a small dog or fox with big dark eyes and pointy ears

These birds have been recorded to fly at 3000 meters (9850 ft)

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

Popular food fish, prized for its mild flavor and firm texture

Often called “Fairy Terns” or “Angel Terns” Because of their pure white plumage and graceful flight

A champion swimmer and a social butterfly of the warm seas

They bob their heads up and down as they fly, which is actually how they earned the nickname “Noddy”

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

They eat almost anything that comes their way – you name it, they’ll try to snack on it!

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

Graceful and stealthy, these reef dwellers navigate the coral maze with finesse, showcasing their iconic black-tipped fins

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

Fearless and formidable, these aggressive predators command respect in the waters they roam

Gentle giants of the sea, with mouths wide open to filter the ocean’s bounty

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

One of the largest and strongest sea turtles in the world

As it grows older, it undergoes a metamorphosis that is nothing short of extraordinary

With a robust body adorned in iridescent hues of emerald and turquoise, it is an underwater jewel that dazzles the eye

The most ice-associated baleen whale, often found right at the frozen frontier where krill thrives

An impressively acrobatic bird that can catch flying fish mid-jump

These birds spend weeks in the air and hunt, preen and even sleep while in flight

Goofy-looking yet evolutionarily refined for life above the waves

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

Often hunts in large groups, working together to herd fish into shallow water

These mighty birds have the longest wingspan, second only to wandering albatrosses

They dance along with their gorgeous red tails to attract partners in a faithful courtship

These ocean wanderers can be spotted from a distance showing awe-inspiring aerial tricks

These birds seem to have lost their way to the beauty pageant

The most widely dispersed wild bird

At the speed of over 321 km/h (200 mph), this bird outraces a Formula1 car

The elusive ghost of the forests from New Caledonia

The yellow eye-ring cuckoo of Australia

This bird holds the record of the longest distance flown by any bird in recorded history

The most elegant of all godwit species

This invasive species is the ancestor to most of the modern ducks

Heavily hunted in the 18th and 19th centuries for their pelts and oil

The mysterious diver of the ocean is the largest and only sea turtle without a hard shell and scales

Largest hard-shelled sea turtle on earth