Greater kudus are native to East and Southern Africa. This large, deer-like animal is one of the more unusual creatures on the list. It's considered to be a "woodland antelope," although it is larger and heavier than many antelopes. If their horns look familiar, there might be a reason why: greater kudu horns are often used to make Shofars. These are the ritual horns used on the Jewish holiday Rosh Hashanah. Before today's survey, were you well informed about greater kudus?

Thus far, we've included several colorful wildcats on the list. But domestic cats can be colorful, too! Many of us know what a Siamese cat looks like. But did you know that, as one of the oldest cat breeds, the Siamese has been foundational stock for many newer breeds of domestic cats?

Quolls look a bit like Tasmanian devils. They are also carnivorous marsupials. Some species of quolls have had their populations reduced by eating poisonous animals; the highly toxic cane toad has killed many northern quolls. Though there are different species of quolls, many of them are spotted. Would you like to see quolls in their native habitat in Australia and New Guinea?

Native to SE Asia, the red-shanked douc looks like a figurine or a plush toy; it doesn't even look real. It has a kind-looking face and behavior to match. Unlike many monkey species, this one has been seen breaking off pieces of food and handing them to other monkeys in a group. Conservation is critical for the survival of this incredible animal, as it is considered to be critically endangered. Much of the threat to its population has come from hunting; these creatures are often hunted for food and use in alternative medicine. Are you familiar with this endangered monkey?

The Arctic marble fox has an exotic-sounding name, but it isn't actually from the Arctic. It's a cross between a silver fox and a red fox, both of which are different color varieties of the red fox. Marble foxes don't occur in the wild; they are bred by humans. But do your research before keeping one as a pet! Having a pet fox is much, much different than having a cat or dog. Have you heard about these unique foxes before?