Beauty is a subjective concept, each person has his own ideas about the ideal. The animal world is no exception. Of course, wild animals do not participate in contests and competitions, but people do not get tired of compiling numerous ratings, even if they have nothing in common, and it makes no sense to compare them among themselves.
Still, there are animals that amaze everyone with their appearance. They want to admire and admire.
In this article we will talk about the “kings and queens” of the fauna. We present you the rating of the most beautiful animals in the world: top 10 best photos with the names of the beautiful creatures of the planet (according to most people).
10. Tiger
People have always had great sympathy for cats. No matter how much it weighs, 3 kilograms or 300.
Tiger - The largest representative of the cat family. At the moment, there are 6 species. All of them differ in appearance and size, but one thing remains the same - black stripes.
Growth of an adult from 60 to 110 centimeters, weight from 180 to 280 kilograms. Distribution area: India, Indochina, the Far East and Primorsky Krai (Russia). Life expectancy is 26 years.
The tiger is the most dangerous predator, among his family he is the record holder for killing people. The most common reason a tiger can attack a person is hunger. He needs up to 10 kilograms of meat per day.
So that there is no risk to life, it is better to admire tigers in a safe environment, for example, in a zoo.
9. Fenech
The animal with a funny name and no less funny appearance. They live in the deserts of North Africa and the Arabian Peninsula. These small predators belong to the canine family (genus - foxes).
A miniature animal, its height reaches 22 centimeters, weight up to 1.5 kilograms. Characteristic feature fenkov - long ears (up to 15 centimeters). They are of great importance for the life of the animal. Ears are a source of thermoregulation and help to find prey. Unlike foxes, who prefer to live on their own, fennies get together in packs of 10 individuals.
Life expectancy usually does not exceed 8 years. Valuable fenki fur attracts the attention of poachers. Also, recently, everyone wants to get a little fenka as a pet. All of these factors have made animals endangered.
8. Roe deer
Roe - wild goat. Habitat - a strip of temperate climate (from Europe and Asia to Korea and the Far East). Depending on the species, the animals will differ in appearance.
Height is up to 75 centimeters, weight is up to 30 kilograms. The color will depend not only on the type of roe deer, but also on the time of year. In the spring and summer, their hair acquires a reddish hue, in winter and late autumn it becomes gray. Roe males can be easily distinguished from females by the presence of horns; in the latter, they are absent.
Interesting fact: in some cases, females of wild goats also have horns. In old and infertile animals you can find small hemp. Sometimes the development of horns can lead to mechanical damage to the forehead.
7. Sea otter
Carnivorous marine mammals belong to the family of marten. The word "sea otter"Is translated as a beast (Koryak language). Animals have other names - sea otter, Kamchatka beaver.
The maximum weight is 45 kilograms, the maximum body length is 140 centimeters, and a third of the body is the tail.
A flattened muzzle, a black nose, small ears, thick dense fur - these are the main characteristic features of the appearance of a sea otter.
Cute animals live in the cold waters of the Pacific Ocean, off the coast of California, in the Far Eastern part of Russia.
Sea otters spend a lot of time on their appearance: they carefully care for their hair.
Interesting fact: in matters of education, sea otters are “in solidarity” with a person. They devote a lot of time to their cubs, play with them. If the kids are naughty and do not obey, a strict mother can spank.
6. Wolf
Large predators that can be seen in zoos. Unfortunately, their appearance often does not cause other emotions than pity. In the wild, they look completely different. These are beautiful animals that cause both admiration and fear.
Wolves distributed around the world: Europe, Asia, North and South America. In Russia, they are not only in the Kuril Islands and Sakhalin.
The maximum growth of the wolf is 85 centimeters, weight - 50 kilograms. Bergman’s rule applies: “The harsher the habitat, the larger the beast". Wolves are very similar to dogs. Most likely, that's why people like them so much.
The average life expectancy is from 8 to 16 years. In captivity, they live much longer. There are many different species, their representatives will differ from each other in size and color.
5. Lion
Not in vain lions called the kings of animals, they look great. Representatives of the cat family are quite large, in size second only to tigers. Body weight - up to 250 kilograms, length - 2.5 meters.
The males are much larger, they differ from the females with a luxurious mane. Females lack such decoration, but no less beautiful. On average, lions live up to 15 years, they live only on two continents, in Asia and Africa.
Lions gather in small flocks of 5-6 animals. In many European and Asian cultures, they symbolize courage, power, strength, reliability and justice. This reputation has developed largely due to their majestic appearance.
4. Red Panda
Most people in the world are crazy about pandas. They are like big soft toys. The usual pandas will be discussed below, and now we will pay attention red pandas. They are much smaller in size, usually no more than a large domestic cat, and a maximum weight of 6.2 kilograms.
They have an unusual color - red, brown, hazel. Moreover, the lower body is much darker than the upper. A white muzzle, a mask (like a raccoon), a black nose - these animals are very cute and cute.
Life expectancy in captivity - up to 10 years, habitat Nepal, South China, Bhutan.
The red panda is very interesting to watch, their habits are somewhat reminiscent of a bear. They can stand on their hind legs and are funny angry.
3. Panda
These animals are called bamboo bears, as pandas eat exclusively bamboo. They get into the “beauty ratings” due to their amazing color. The body is covered with thick white fur. Paws, shoulders and necks, and spots around the eyes are black.
They are quite large: growth up to 180 centimeters, weight up to 160 kilograms. Habitat - the western part of China, Sichuan, Tibetan mountains. Life expectancy is 20 years.
Pandas are listed in the Red Book, these rare animals are under protection.
For reference: in China, killing a panda is punishable by death.
2. Cheetah
And again, cats, a predatory mammal with an original spotted color. Cheetahs live in the Middle East and in many African countries. They are very different from their relatives from other cat families.
Cheetahs have a very fragile body, no fat deposits. An adult animal weighs from 45 to 60 kilograms, the height ranges from 75 to 90 centimeters. Life expectancy is 20 years.
Cheetahs are not only beautiful, they have many other virtues. For example, they are excellent "athletes." Cheetahs run very fast, in 3 seconds the beast can reach speeds of up to 110 km / h. The animal can easily overtake a sports car.
1. Panther
Business card panthers - her deep black color. Actually they are leopards but scientists distinguish them in a separate form for a number of reasons. If you look closely, you will notice that in fact the animal is spotty.
Panthers live in dense forests, due to the dark color of their fur they become almost invisible.
Their habitat is the African continent, Asia, South America. They do not live long, only 10 - 12 years. Height is up to 70 centimeters, weight 30 - 40 kilograms.
Panthers differ from classic leopards not only in appearance, but also in behavior. They are very aggressive.
Panthers are great hunters. They do not fear people. Hungry panthers, unlike many other animals, are not afraid to go to the village.