"Cheetahs are the fastest land animals, capable of reaching speeds of up to 112 km/h over short distances."

"Ocelots have beautiful patterned fur, resembling a smaller version of a jaguar; they are nocturnal, solitary animals and skilled climbers."

"Gorillas are the largest living primates, primarily herbivores, and generally gentle in nature."

"Manatees are large aquatic herbivorous mammals, slow-moving, and often cited as one of the inspirations for mermaid legends."

"Manta rays are the largest rays, feed on plankton, and sometimes leap out of the water."

"Salmon migrate from the ocean to their natal freshwater rivers to spawn, a journey that is often arduous."

"Geckos have billions of tiny hairs (setae) on their toes, allowing them to climb vertical and even inverted smooth surfaces."

"Bats are the only mammals capable of true flight; many species navigate and hunt using echolocation."

"Seals have a thick layer of fat (blubber) to keep warm in cold water."

"Caracals have long black tufts on their ear tips and excellent leaping ability, capable of catching birds in flight."

"Paddlefish have a very long, paddle-shaped snout (rostrum) covered in sensory receptors for detecting plankton; they are filter feeders."

"Rainbow Lorikeets have extremely vibrant plumage; their tongues are specialized for feeding on nectar and pollen."

"Hamsters have cheek pouches for temporarily storing food and transporting it to their nests."

"Dugongs are marine herbivorous mammals with whale-like tail flukes, primarily feeding on seagrass, and known as 'sea mermaids'."

"Sponges are among the most primitive multicellular animals, with bodies full of pores, filtering food through water currents."

"Mackerel are schooling pelagic fish, spindle-shaped, fast swimmers, and important commercial fish."

"Ferrets are domesticated subspecies of the European polecat, sleep for long periods, up to 14-18 hours a day."

"Bonobos are slightly smaller than chimpanzees, with more peaceful social behavior, often resolving conflicts through sexual activity."

"The Blue Whale is the largest known animal on Earth; its tongue alone can weigh as much as an elephant."

"Kangaroos use their strong hind legs to hop and their tail for balance."