Most Popular Animals

Bison

Bison, once nearly extinct, now trending as a top animal. Commercial raising and meat consumption contribute to their remarkable recovery.

Dolphin

Intelligent and social, dolphins aid their pod members, even switching between pods. Remarkable air-assistance and strong bonds define them.

Eagle

With 60 species worldwide, eagles dominate Eurasia and Africa, while North America boasts the iconic Bald Eagle and majestic Golden Eagle.

Pony

Ponies, not baby horses, are small equines with shorter legs and thicker manes. They adapted to marginal habitats, explaining their smaller size.

Ape

Apes lack tails, differentiating them from monkeys. Ebola isn't the main threat to great apes; habitat loss and poaching are.

Lobster

Lobsters live up to 70 years, stay strong with age, and may become more fertile. Unlike humans, they don't slow down.

Monkey

Monkeys have tails and dry noses. Capuchin monkeys serve as service animals, aiding quadriplegics with feeding and personal care.

Cow

Cows are sacred to Hindus. Bulls are not angered by red, as they are red-green color-blind. Matador's cape makes bulls charge.

Deer

Deer are widespread globally, except in Africa. Barbary stag is Africa's only native deer. Most male deer and reindeer have antlers.

Duck

Ducks are monogamous for a year, then often split. "Duck" comes from Old English *dūce, meaning "diver".

Rabbit

Rabbits are popular in North America, with over half the global population. Hares are larger, have longer ears, born hairy with good eyesight.