World Wildlife Day 2025: 10 Breathtakingly Beautiful Animals From Around The World

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Peacock

The peacock is among the most beautiful animals owing to its vibrant and iridescent plumage. The colours result from feather platelets that reflect and refract light.

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Mandarin Duck

Mandarin ducks are celebrated for their vibrant appearance, including a colourful bill, a crest of multiple hues, and golden-orange wings.

Mandarin Duck | Depositphotos

Orchid Mantis

This mantis species resembles a flower, with pink and white colours and petal-like appendages.

Orchid Mantis | Depositphotos

Golden Pheasant

The golden pheasant, known for its vivid plumage, inhabits mountainous conifer and mixed forests with shrubs.

Golden Pheasant | Depositphotos

Bengal Tiger

Known for its regal appearance and striking orange coat with black stripes as one of the most beautiful animals, the majestic Bengal tiger symbolises power and grace in the animal kingdom.

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Hummingbirds

Hummingbirds are appreciated for their iridescent feathers and rapid wing beats. Though small and timid, they are among the most beautiful animals.

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Kingfisher

Kingfishers are vibrant, medium-sized birds in the Coraciiformes order. They're found globally, with a focus on Africa, Asia, Oceania, and some in Europe.

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Harlequin Filefish

These small, vibrant fish are adorned with a unique and intricate pattern that resembles a mosaic of colours and shapes.

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Chameleon

Chameleons are reptiles that can change colour for multiple reasons: temperature control, communication, and camouflage.

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Macaw

Macaws are New World parrots that are tastefully coloured and long-tailed. They are well-socialised animals and can be found in Central America and North America.

Macaw | Depositphotos