Trending animals you need to know about

Posted on 29 September 2024 By Louise Bell

Nothing breaks the storm clouds of a bad mood brewing quite like the sight of baby animals. Tiny creatures can become quite popular because of their adorable features or feisty personalities, and there is a wide selection of famous animals to get to know.

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Unsure which baby animals you’ll surely need constant updates and pictures of? Take a look at a few trending creatures you won’t mind keeping up with.

Moo Deng

A pygmy baby hippopotamus that ​​needs no introduction, Moo Deng has been taking the internet by storm with her spirited shenanigans. From temper tantrums to her hate for water, this tiny creature has stolen the hearts of many.

The Washington Post has even gone as far as explaining the behind the world’s obsession with Moo Deng.

ALSO READ: Here’s a baby hippo sighting to put a smile on your face

Nala

A golden retriever who loves to do theNala stomps’, this happy pup has a wide selection of videos showing her unique dance with her owner. 

 

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A post shared by Chris & Nala (@adventuringwithnala)

In an interview with Daily Paws, her owner, Chris Lindamood, explains how this viral dance of hers started:

“She was under [1] year old when she started doing it,Lindamood tells Daily Paws.She always liked to go under people’s legs, and she loves butt scratches. So she’d go through my legs, I’d give her the scratches, and she just started stomping, no training involved!” 

Pesto

A chunky chick that weighs almost double the size of an adult king penguin in captivity, Pesto the penguin is quite a sight to see. Weighing in at a whopping 23.5 kg, this big boy is said to simply have a healthy appetite and good genes when explaining his significant size.

ALSO READ: What to do if you encounter wildlife in a game park

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