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One of the most iconic animals on Earth, the African lion is a symbol of strength, social intelligence, and wild Africa.
As one of the largest and longest-lived land tortoises in the world, some are known to have lived up to 170 years!
The apex predator on the island of Madagascar, they are not cats, but are related to the mongoose.
The world's largest flying parrot has cobalt-blue feathers and yellow lined eyes. They have the mightiest absolute beak force of any flying bird.
These bright yellow parrots are the sole species in their own distinct scientific genus.
As the world’s largest lizard, males can weigh up to 200 pounds and reach nine-feet long.
California's state reptile, and a long-lived species.
The armor-like appearance of this rhino species features thick folds of skin with raised bumps that resemble metal rivets on a tank.
Nature's firefox, these tree dwellers are not related to Giant pandas, instead are in their own family, Ailuridae.
