Among the huge variety of terrestrial fauna, there are both disgusting and creepy creatures, and animals, which can rightfully be called "cute".
After examining several sites dedicated to zoology, we have selected 20 copies that can claim the title of "cutest animals." This top is not only pleasing to the eye, but also useful, because it will give you positive emotions that are so lacking in a life full of stress.
20. Meerkat
Despite the fact that this animal looks almost the same as its other mongoose relatives, it is famous for its humanoid posture and love of hugs. The meerkats hug each other at sunset to warm each other.
These mobile creatures can be found in the deserts of South Africa and parts of Angola. Highly social meerkats live in "gangs" or "clans" of about 20 members, although some larger families may include up to 50 individuals.
19. Koala
This marsupial "bee-be-bear" (which actually has nothing to do with bears) can be found in the wild in Australia's eucalyptus forests. However, most of us are used to seeing these cute, furry animals in zoos.
Despite the attractive appearance, the koala has a rather evil disposition. But that did not stop us from including her in our top 20 very cute animals.
18. Red panda
Also known as the red panda and red bear cat, this small animal is famous for its thick red or hazel-colored fur with yellow tips on the back. The red panda is a real "owl", it is active at dusk and at night, and usually sleeps during the day.
Unfortunately, there are very few red pandas left in nature (according to various estimates, from 10 thousand to 2500 individuals). But these pussies breed well in captivity, so there is a chance to see a red panda at least in the zoo.
18. Clown fish
There are about 30 species of clown fish found in the wild, all sporting distinctive color patterns. The largest view of one of the most beautiful fish in the world it reaches up to 18 centimeters in length, and the smallest - barely reaches 10 centimeters.
17. Chinchilla
One of the cutest pets. Due to its extremely soft, plush fur, the chinchilla was a favorite hunting subject and at one time was even on the verge of extinction.
It is unlikely that you will be able to see these animals in the wild, as these rodents usually live in dizzying heights in the Andes, Argentina and Chile. However, you can easily find a chinchilla at your local pet store and choose as a pet.
16. Roe deer
A beautiful and graceful creature belongs to the deer family. Its characteristic features are brown-orange skin, slender legs and sharp little hooves. The roe deer has a tail, only you cannot see it under the thick fur. Roe deer are found in many countries of the world, including Russia.
15. Alpaca
Mainly used for sweaters and warm blankets, alpaca wool gives these calm, domesticated animals a cozy and inviting look. Unlike other members of the camel family, alpacas do not spit at humans. But into each other when competing for food - easily.
14. Hummingbird-bee
The smallest bird in the world comes from Liberty Island - Cuba. The bee hummingbird got its name from the fact that it acts like a bee - pollinating plants. Its wings flutter at 80 beats per second - so fast that the human eye perceives them as a blur.
13. Belek
A newborn harp or Caspian seal is one of the most attractive and innocent creatures in the world. They have large black eyes and snow-white fur. Because of their fur, underwear are subject to the fur trade. Would you have raised your hand on such a lovely creature?
In 2009, Vladimir Putin introduced a complete, albeit temporary, ban on hunting seal pups, hooded seals and gray seals (different age groups of seal pups).
12. Giant panda
Perhaps, soon we will only have to admire this cute animal in the photo. Giant pandas are endangered, and there are about 1,600 of them left in the world. The reason for this is mainly due to deforestation as pandas depend heavily on bamboo trees. Adult pandas eat up to 30 kilograms of bamboo and its shoots daily.
11. Fenech
This little nocturnal fox lives in the Sahara Desert. Its most attractive features are large ears and a pointed muzzle. The cute appearance makes Fenech one of the the most beautiful animals and an ideal candidate for taming, especially since this animal is slightly larger than one of smallest cats in the world.
10. Snowy owl
An owl is not something that usually comes to mind with the word "beautiful", but not in the case of a snowy owl. This large snow-white bird is found on some islands in the Arctic Ocean, as well as in the tundra zone in Greenland, North America and Eurasia.
Snowy owls are predators and skillfully hunt rabbits, rats and other small animals at night.
9. Capuchin
Some of the cutest animals in the world are easy to train, quick-witted, funny, in a word, ideal pets for active and cheerful people.
They have a funny habit of rubbing their fur with odorous substances, so keep perfumes and pungent ointments away from Capuchins.
8. Long-eared hedgehog
This small, spiny mammal is one of the cutest animals on the planet due to its small size, long snout and of course, large, rounded ears.
As with all animals, baby hedgehogs look much cuter than adults and can melt even the hardest of hearts.
7. Flying squirrel
The only representative of the flying squirrel family that lives in Russia. The flying squirrel has a wide fold of skin between the front and hind legs. It is called the flying membrane and plays the role of a parachute for the animal.
The Flying Beauty has long and thick fur (thicker than normal squirrels), but it has a thin flesh. And for the better, since this saves flying squirrels from becoming an object of fur trade.
6. Wombat
"Wombat, kitty, kitty, wombat." Admit it, you, too, immediately had the lines of this beastly hit in your head with just the word "wombat"?
In appearance, a furry big guy is very similar to a bear cub or an overgrown hamster. The wombat weighs up to 45 kg, has sharp teeth and can run up to 40 kilometers per hour, and at short distances it is even faster. In general, don't make the wombat angry.
5. Dolphin
This adorable marine mammal is considered the national animal of Greece. As the ancient Greek poet Oppian said: "Nothing has been created in the world more beautiful than a dolphin!" And looking at the photos of the cutest animals in the world, it's hard to disagree with Oppian.
4. Raccoon
Raccoons may be the cutest animals to rummage through trash cans. But most of them are not afraid to show you their teeth if they feel threatened. Moreover, their small paws are equipped with very sharp claws. Therefore, it is better not to stroke a wild raccoon, and even a domestic one - only with the permission of the owner.
3. Arctic fox
The beautiful white "coat" of the Arctic fox may suggest that it is a gentle and spoiled creature. However, this animal is able to withstand incredibly harsh conditions - up to minus 50 degrees during the arctic winter. Arctic foxes may be adorable, but they are definitely hardy and tough animals.
2. Imperial tamarin
A delightful white beard and mustache give this monkey the appearance of a mentor who is about to utter some ancient wisdom. However, the "mentor" did not come out in height. Tamarins grow up to 25 centimeters in length, making them one of the smallest monkeys on the planet.
1. Eli pika
It is highly unlikely that you have heard of the Illyan pikas, let alone see them live. This cute rabbit-like creature was first discovered in China in 1983, and was only seen a second time in 2014.
A unique representative of the Chinese fauna is found in the mountainous regions of Northwest China, and is believed to have decreased by 70% over the past 15 years.