"Starfish have powerful regenerative abilities; lost arms and even parts of the central disc can regrow."

"Male markhors have unique, spirally twisted horns; they are the national animal of Pakistan."

"Many parrot species are known for their ability to mimic human speech and other sounds."

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

"Larks are known for their prolonged aerial hovering and complex, melodious songs."

"Male peacocks (peafowl) have magnificent trains (actually upper tail coverts), which they fan out during courtship displays ('peacock's display')."

"Male pheasants have magnificent, colorful plumage and long tail feathers; they are common game birds in many regions."

"Axolotls can remain in their larval form throughout life (neoteny), have powerful regenerative abilities, and are popular pets."

"Ladybugs are beneficial insects, mainly preying on agricultural pests like aphids; their bright colors warn predators they are unpalatable."

"Male narwhals typically have a single, long (2-3 meters) spiral tusk, which is a specialized left canine tooth."

"Unlike bees, most wasps can sting repeatedly; some species are social, while others are solitary."

"Carp are highly adaptable and long-lived; Koi are prized for their vibrant colors."

"Skinks usually have smooth bodies covered in circular scales, limbs may be reduced, are fast-moving, and often found in grass and rock crevices."

"Some leech species feed on blood; their saliva contains anticoagulants and anesthetics."

"Ants are highly social insects, living in organized colonies (nests) with clear division of labor."

"Cockroaches are ancient insects, resilient and adaptable, and are significant urban hygiene pests."

"Otters are very playful animals; some species use stones as tools to crack open shellfish."

"Sloth bears have protruding snouts and flexible lips, primarily feed on ants, termites, and fruit, and carry their young on their backs."

"European Rollers have brightly colored plumage, predominantly blue and brown, and perform graceful aerial acrobatics, often tumbling in flight."

"Muskoxen have thick, long fur to withstand severe cold and form defensive circles when threatened; their name comes from the musky odor of males during mating season."