Strangely Cute Animals You Probably Didn’t Know Exist

The animal kingdom is quite literally a wild place. Most of us don’t realize just how many species exist on the same planet as us. Out of 1,367,555 identified non-insect animal species that live on Earth today, how many do you think you know? Here is a collection of unique, strange, and often unheard of animals that you should meet!

Pink Fairy Armadillo

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The pink fairy armadillo is the smallest species of armadillo and was first spotted in 1825 by Richard Harlan. It is a desert-adapted animal endemic to central Argentina.

Sunda Flying Lemur

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This little guy is not what he seems to be. The Sunda flying lemur is, in fact, not a lemur at all. It also can’t fly! It is, though, one of the best flying colugos in the world. 

Aye-Aye

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The first thing you need to know about the aye-ayes is an endangered species. They can be found only on the island of Madagascar. Many natives believe the aye-aye are an omen of bad luck and kill them on the spot. Today they are protected by law. The aye-aye are related to humans, chimpanzees, and apes!