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We all
have our own favorite cutest animal, like puppies, kittens, or maybe a
guinea pig, but you probably didn’t realize how many other cute animals
are in the world. From mammals to birds, there are all kinds of adorable
creatures scurrying around and soaring in the sky. Though, these fuzzy
friends are pretty rare, and you’re definitely not going to find them in
your backyard. Curious to see some of the cuddliest animals? Here are
the some Cutest Animals You Never Knew Existed.
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Pika
These tiny and adorable little balls of fur are called Pika. Despite
looking like rodents, they’re actually related to hares and rabbits,
also known as lagomorphs. There are 29 species of Pika, and all are cute
in their own fuzzy way. |
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Tanuki
Hailing from East Asia, the Tanuki, or Raccoon Dog, might look like a
raccoon, but they’re more closely related to wolves. Especially popular
in Japan, it’s easy to see why. Their thick, furry coats and general
appearance make them an easy target for hugging. |
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Potto
Small, nocturnal, and big-eyed, the Potto is a cute prosimian living in
the rainforests of the world. Generally slow, they can also snatch their
prey if the moment arises. Their adorable appearance will likely also
snatch someone’s heart. |
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Lizuna
The Lizuna is basically a weasel, but it’s so white and adorable, how
could you not want to pet it? The only way to find this little guy,
however, is to go to Hokkaido Island in Japan. |
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Gobi jerboa
These tiny rodents make harsh environments like the Gobi desert their
homes. Growing only up to two to six inches and weighing less than an
ounce, they’re primarily nocturnal and burrow underneath the soil for
refuge.
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Irrawaddy Dolphin
The Irrawaddy Dolphin swims across the waters and oceans of Southeast
Asia, constantly looking joyful and at peace, despite the fact there are
only 78 to 91 left to exist.
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Owston's Palm Civet
Living in Africa and Asia’s forests and river lowland basins, the
Owston’s Civet look like a tiny cat had a baby with a raccoon. They’re
over-flowing with cuteness.
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Slow Loris
This bug-eyed furry guy isn’t a monkey, and while it might be tempting
to give him a big hug, you’ll want to rethink doing that. He’s one of
the only mammals in the world that is venomous.
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