10 Cutest & Most Exotic Animals In The World!

Hey everybody and welcome to One Minute Animals. In this video, we will discover the top 10 cutest and most exotic animals. Make sure to watch until number 1 because it's one of the cutest and most exotic animals in the world. Let's get right into it. 10. Quall Qualls are one of the most unique looking animals on the planet. They have a long snout and are covered in brown or black fur and have pink noses. Their appearance might make them look fierce, but they are actually quite shy and gentle and so quite difficult to spot in the wild. There are six distinct species. The Bronze Quall, the New Guinean Quall, which are found on the tropical islands of Papua New Guinea, while the Northern Quall, the Western Quall, the Eastern Quall, and the Spotted Tail Quall occupy the island of Australia. They are carnivorous marsupials native to Australia and New Guinea. They spend most of their time in trees where they eat small mammals, birds, lizards, and insects. Qualls are solitary creatures and they will only come together to mate. After that, both will go on their separate ways. Females will give birth to up to 24 baby qualls, called joeys, which they will carry in their pouch for around three months until they are big enough to fend for themselves. 9. Long-Eared Gerboa The Long-Eared Gerboa is a small rodent found in the deserts of northern China and Mongolia. These tiny rodents have a mouse-like body with a long tail, rabbit-like ears, a snout like a pig, and their hind legs look like a miniature model of a kangaroo. Its ears are three times bigger than its head, perfect for hearing stealthy predators. Its front legs are comically short but perfectly suited for holding insects close to its mouth, and its tail serves as a prop when the gerboa stands upright. Despite their small size, they are excellent jumpers and can cover distances of up to two meters in a single bound. They are nocturnal creatures and sleep in underground burrows. The Long-Eared Gerboa is a very shy creature and is hard to spot in the wild. They are mostly active at night when they come out to forage for food. They are omnivores, eating mostly insects but also plants and small lizards. 8. Margay The Margay is a small, wild cat native to Central and South America. They look like a cross between a house cat and a leopard. They are excellent climbers who can easily leap from branch to branch with their powerful hind legs. Plus, they're the only cat that can climb down trees head-first. Their beautiful spotted fur coats make them look like miniature leopards, and their large eyes give them an adorable puppy-like face. Weighing in at only 4-5 kg, the Margay is one of the smallest members of the cat family. They have a long tail, almost as long as their body, which they use to balance themselves as they zip through the trees. Their ability to climb down trees head-first is due to their flexible ankles which can rotate up to 180 degrees and their long claws. However, their long claws are not just for climbing. They're also very sharp and can be used as weapons. 7. Chinese Water Deer The Chinese Water Deer is a small deer native to China and North Korea. Their appearance is similar to that of a deer, but with certain distinctive features, such as their small size, lack of antlers, and their long tusks. They are one of the few species of deer that lack antlers, instead sporting two long tusks which protrude from their mouths. Their tusks are used in self-defense against predators and to fight other water deer during mating season. Another curious characteristic is that their coats will change color depending on the season. In summer, their coats are light brown, while in winter, they turn to a darker brown. Water deer love water. They are very good swimmers and often escape from predators by swimming across rivers. They can swim for several miles before getting tired. They feed on aquatic plants, grasses, and reeds, and can often be seen grazing near water sources. 6. Bilby The Bilby is a small marsupial creature with soft gray fur, long ears, a long pointed pink snout, and a black and white tail. They are one of the most unique and endangered animals in Australia, and they are sure to make you fall in love at first sight. Although it looks like a cross between a mouse and a rabbit, the Bilby is actually more closely related to the Bandicoot. These unique animals are nocturnal, and they spend their days in underground burrows where they sleep, avoiding the heat of the day. Bilbies are also excellent diggers, and their powerful hind legs help them jump up to three feet in the air. Their diet consists mainly of insects and other small animals, which they find using their long snouts to sniff out food. This little marsupial is found in dry, desert regions of Australia, and is listed as an endangered species. There are thought to be fewer than 10,000 Bilbies remaining in the wild, and their population continues to decline due to habitat loss and predators. 5. Galago Galagos, also called bush babies, are small primates that look like a cross between a teddy bear and a lemur. These nocturnal creatures are found in Africa, and spend most of their time in trees. They have large eyes, long tails, and furry ears, and they are the only primates that can rotate their heads 180 degrees. These little creatures are omnivores, meaning they eat both plants and animals. They are very agile and can jump from tree to tree to catch their prey. They can also hang upside down from branches like bats. During the day, bush babies sleep in tree hollows or small nests that they build. At night, they come out to look for food. They have a terrific sense of smell, which helps them to find food in the dark. What makes bush babies even more special is their big eyes. They use their vision to help them find food and avoid predators. They also have very sensitive ears, which they use to hear the faintest sounds. This helps them to communicate with other bush babies and to find mates. Number 4 Quokka The quokka, often called the world's happiest animal due to its permanent smile, is a small marsupial that is found on Rottnest Island. These little guys are nocturnal and mostly herbivores, living off the plants and grasses. They are also one of the few species of marsupials that can climb trees. Although they may look like large rodents, these creatures are actually more closely related to kangaroos and wallabies. They spend most of their time in trees or on the ground, where they are equally comfortable. The quokka is listed as a vulnerable species due to habitat loss and predation by feral animals. But its population is stable, for now. Their lifespan in the wild is about 10 years, but they can live up to 20 years in captivity. With its round body and cute face, the quokka is definitely one of the cutest animals in the world. Number 3 Japanese Weasel The Japanese weasel is a small mammal found in Japan, China, and Korea. The Japanese weasel's fur is orange-brown with darker markings on the head, a white belly, and thick and soft fur. It has a long body and short legs, and its tail is about half the length of its body. Japanese weasels are very agile, and they use it to their advantage, and they are confident swimmers, climbers, runners, and capable of reaching prey in hard-to-reach places. Their diet consists of small rodents, birds, reptiles, and amphibians. They also eat some non-meat foods such as berries, seeds, and fruits, but generally only when hungry. They are nocturnal animals, so they spend most of their time at night looking for food. They are not dangerous, however, they may attack if they feel threatened using their long sharp teeth. Number 2 Fennec Fox The fennec fox is the smallest fox with the biggest ears found in the Sahara of North Africa. Fennec foxes are one of the most adorable fox species. They have a soft coat and pale fur that helps them to blend in with their desert surroundings. Apart from that, their nocturnal habits help them deal with the searing heat of the desert environment. Their distinctive bat-like ears radiate body heat and help keep the foxes cool. They also have long, thick hair that insulates them during cold nights and protects them from the hot sun during the day. Plus, even the fox's feet are hairy. This helps them perform like snowshoes and protects them from the extremely hot sand. The fox's feet are also effective shovels for frequent digging due to the fact that fennec foxes live in underground dens. Fennec foxes have a diet that consists almost entirely of insects and they use their sharp hearing to locate prey. Number 1 Japanese Dwarf Flying Squirrel Japanese flying squirrels are some of the cutest and most exotic animals in the world. These adorable creatures are native to Japan and are known for their large eyes and furry tails. These rodents are silent gliders and move quickly among the tops of trees in order to escape potential predators. These flying squirrels are mainly arboreal and they rarely descend to the ground. Their incredible feature is their furry gliding membrane, which allows them to glide from tree to tree, and this membrane is also used as a parachute when falling from a great height. Apart from that, their fluffy tail also acts as a rudder when they are gliding, helping them to change direction and land safely. Japanese flying squirrels are nocturnal animals and are very shy, so they are not often seen by humans. If you are lucky enough to see one of these amazing creatures, you will surely be charmed by their cuteness. Which cute animal did you like the most? Let us know in the comment section below. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and turn the notification on so you won't miss any upcoming videos. See you next time!