While most cuscuses stay high in the canopy, this one isn’t afraid to walk, hop, and climb across the forest floor

The “cheetahs” of the deep ocean

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

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

When you touch it (not that you should!), it feels like coarse sandpaper

Can absorb oxygen through its skin, letting it stay submerged for hours without surfacing

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 venom is among the most toxic of any snake, but it’s so mild-mannered that bites to humans are extremely rare

Its thin, translucent skin gives it a ghostly appearance under bright light

One of the most sexually dimorphic birds on Earth

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

A sleek, fast-flying raptor that has mastered the art of hunting bats in midair

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

Often mistaken for an earthworm

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

The only parrot known to create a sound with a tool

Looks ordinary—but transforms into one of the most extravagant birds during breeding season

May look like villains, but in truth, they’re peaceful giants of the sea

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

Early explorers once thought their bowers were built by people rather than birds

Can squeeze through shockingly small gaps if their head fits

Sometimes it lets out a scream so human-like, people mistake it for someone in distress

The only sawfish known to spend long stretches of its life in freshwater lakes, not just rivers or coasts

Goofy-looking yet evolutionarily refined for life above the waves

With a shell that tells the story of life on Earth from hundreds of millions of years ago

Rarely seen in the wild, which adds to its legend-like status

Their skin actually darkens, just like a sunburn!

Meet the largest butterfly in the world!

Despite their name,most of their diet makes up of fruits and seeds

You might’ve already seen one in your backyard

They flip the script — literally!

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

Often considered Australia’s most dangerous snake due to the potency of its venom

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

Sometimes seen snatching food in mid-air or stealing prey from other birds — a behavior known as kleptoparasitism

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

their skin’s metallic sheen isn’t from pigment — it’s caused by microscopic structures in the scales that reflect light

Known for their “freeze and flee” behavior — staying motionless to avoid detection before suddenly bounding away into the bushes

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

Those “spectacles” aren’t actual markings around the eyes — it’s a pale fur

Presenting one of the world’s rarest falcons!

An iridescent “cape” of feathers spreads from its chest, creating the illusion of a magical pocket that appears and disappears

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

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

Famous for being one of the most venomous land snakes in the world

Its highly valued fur has brought it to the brink of extinction

Also known as “barking deer” because of their loud, barking alarm calls

Despite its name, this bat isn’t tiny—it’s actually one of the smaller members of the flying fox family

A delightful bird with a calm and peaceful nature

Despite their intimidating size, they are generally gentle and docile creatures

A tiny water walker, perfectly designed for life on floating plants in swamps and lakes

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

It doesn’t bite or have any poison; its transformation is just a big bluff!

Small, furry creatures that look like tiny squirrels

Considered one of the closest living relatives to the extinct dodo bird

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

When they’re babies, they’re not green at all! They can be bright yellow, red, or even orange

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

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

Papurana frogs inhabit a wide range of environments across Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, the Philippines, and Malaysia. They are typically found in lowland tropical rainforests, swamps, marshes, and along the edges of streams and rivers. These frogs are highly adaptable, often thriving in both pristine forests and disturbed areas such as agricultural lands and suburban gardens. […]

Hailed as the national bird of Papua New Guinea

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

Often shy and can be tricky to spot in the wild

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

Its broad wings enable it to glide effortlessly on air currents, often seen navigating the coastal winds

Using spider silk and plant materials, they construct delicate nests that hang from branches

Though their casque looks tough, it is hollow and functions more like an amplifier, helping project their calls

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

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

Its slender frame and narrow head bear a beak curved like a hawk’s, earning this marine marvel its name

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

Possessed with special visual adaptations to catch fish

When hundreds gather together, their noise can rival the sound of a passing jet!

Famous for its extremely loud, raucous screeches that echo across forests, suburbs, and city parks alike

They are known to form cooperative breeding groups, where offspring from previous years help the parents raise the next brood of chicks

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

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

These owls are non-seasonal breeders. They mate when food is in abundance to ensure their chicks survive

The most cosmopolitan of owls with home ranges extending across the globe

This species is found in all world oceans except the north Pacific Ocean

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

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

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

The velvety black bird of paradise

The most poisonous living pitohui species