1. 大熊猫
The giant panda, also known as the panda and the iron-eating beast, is a national treasure of China, and its status is irreplaceable. They have a black and white coat color, and a pair of eyes with "dark circles" embedded in their round faces, as if they are wearing a pair of fashionable sunglasses, which makes people laugh. The giant panda is not only a rare animal in China, but also an ambassador of the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF), known as a "living fossil" and carrying rich ecological and cultural values. As of January 2021, China's wild giant panda population has increased to 1,864, a growth that also reflects the mainland's remarkable achievements in wildlife conservation.
2. Alpacas
Alpacas, this animal from South America, have won the love of people for their unique appearance and docile character. They resemble sheep in appearance, but are much larger, weighing up to 55-65 kg. Alpacas generally inhabit the plateau at an altitude of 4,000 meters, with a gentle temperament and good at carrying weights, and were once an important carrying tool for the Indians. Today, alpacas are not only widely distributed in South America, but also become the new favorite of the global pet market because of their unique charm.
3. Koalas
Koalas, also known as koalas, are Australia's national treasure. This arboreal animal is known for its unique habits and cute appearance. Koalas feed mainly on eucalyptus leaves, hence the nickname "don't drink water". They spend most of their day sleeping, with only brief waking hours spent foraging and moving. The presence of koalas not only contributes to Australia's ecological balance, but also becomes a unique cultural symbol of the country.
4. Kawatanuki
The beaver is a mammal that lives along rivers in cold temperate and subarctic forests. They have a fat body and a flat tail, and are good swimmers and divers. Beavers feed on the twigs, bark and roots of a variety of plants, which plays an important role in maintaining the stability of river ecosystems. However, due to the impact of human activities, the habitat of beavers is constantly being destroyed and the population is gradually decreasing.
5. Watatarin
The dodo is an extinct bird species that is found only on the island of Mauritius in the Indian Ocean. This flightless bird disappeared in just 200 years after it was discovered by humans due to the effects of hunting and human activities. Known for its unique appearance and gentle character, the dodo is the only extinct bird in Mauritius to be designated as the national bird. Today, the remains and fossils of dodos are important evidence for the study of biodiversity and ecological change.
6. Grey-crowned crane
The grey-crowned crane, also known as the East African crowned crane, is a bird that mainly inhabits African marshes and savannahs. They are known for their long, slender legs, long necks that stretch freely, and their graceful posture. The plumage of the grey-crowned crane is fluffy and gorgeous, especially its delicate crown feathers and facial markings are breathtaking. This bird is not only loved by the people of Africa, but also has become an important object of international wildlife conservation because of its unique charm.
7. Lemurs
Lemurs are endemic primates to the Madagascar rainforest. Although they resemble monkeys, their faces resemble a combination of a fox and a dog. Lemurs feed on fruit and sleep for up to 16 hours a day. However, with the disorderly mining and forest exploitation in modern society, the habitat of lemurs has been severely damaged, and the population has declined dramatically. Today, lemurs have become one of the endangered species and urgently need human attention and protection.
8. Malayan tapir
The Malayan tapir is the largest of the tapirs of the family Oddhoofidae. They have a strange and interesting appearance, with an elephant-like nose, rhino-like ears, hind legs like a rhinoceros, feet like a tiger, and a bear-like body, and their whole body is black and white. The Malayan tapir feeds mainly on bamboo and also eats twigs and leaves. However, due to the disturbance of human activities and habitat destruction, the population of Malayan tapirs is declining in Southeast Asia. Today, they are listed as one of the endangered species by the International Union for Conservation of Nature.
9. Tarsiers
The tarsiers are a rare small species of monkey that gets its name from its huge eyes. Their eyes have the largest proportion of all mammals, hence the fact that they are also known as "tarsiers". Tarsiers have exceptionally long ankles and long legs, making them ideal for climbing and jumping. They also have sucker-like discs on their fingers and toes that hold on to branches and other objects firmly. Tarsiers are mainly nocturnal and sleep on tree branches during the day. However, due to the disturbance of human activities and the destruction of habitats, the population of tarsiers is also gradually decreasing.
10. Anchovy green biting cuckoo
The anchovy is a beautiful bird in the jungles of South America. They have an extremely ornate appearance and long tail feathers, and the male green cuckoo has a bright and dazzling feathers. Feeding mainly on fruits and insects, the anchovy green cuckoo is not only stunning with its bright plumage and graceful posture, but also adds to the vitality of South America's ecosystem. However, due to the disturbance of human activities and the destruction of habitats, the anchovy green biting cuckoo also faces threats and challenges to its survival.