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This large, semi-aquatic reptile has a long, flat tail that acts as a powerful swimming paddle.
Slow-moving, deliberate, and nocturnal, these sloths live most of their lives in tropical forest canopies.
Long thought to be extinct, the species was discovered in 1971 during an expedition in Paraguay.
As the largest of the four living species of true anteaters, an adult measures about 6-8 feet from snout to tail.
This long-lived giant parrot are known for their incredibly loud screeches, helping them communicate across dense forest canopies.
This unique toucan species has a distinctive crown of feathered "ringlets"
Known for weaving massive, teardrop-shaped basket nests in their native tropical forests.
One of 6 flamingo species, they are actually a lighter, softer shade of pink compared to other species.
They are highly distinctive for having dark facial skin as most large macaws have light-colored facial skin. Unlike other macaws, they are quiet and shy.
