Friendliest wild animals in the world
If you’ve ever wondered what the friendliest wild animals in the world are and how good
pets they can make, check out this video. You might be surprised by the variety of choice.
Having simple pets such as cats and dogs has become quite overrated, anyway. So… let’s
get going!
10 Capybaras These intimidating giant rodents, weighing
about 65 kg, are considered to be one of the friendliest and most harmless wild animals
on Earth. They’re one of the most sociable animals, super cute, calm and easy-going and
seem to get along well with different animals, from domestic animals such as cats, to wild
animals such as crocodiles, and monkeys, for example, seem to especially like them for
some inexplicable reason. Of course, they are super friendly towards humans, too. Quite
a popular chap, this capybara, isn’t it? They’re known to be quite gentle and compassionate,
too, and more than often adopt stray animals and/or serve as a form of “public transportation”
for birds and monkeys. Capybaras are highly sociable creatures and
tend to get depressed if they don’t have at least one friend. They also need lots of
space to wander, and some water space to paddle whenever they want.
They inhabit South and Central America, live in large groups, and can live up to 12 years.
9 . Llamas These unique animals are very curious, clever,
lovable and friendly. They are considered sacred animals called “silent brothers”
by Andean people, In the past few years, due to its calming
and sweet nature, llamas have been brought to veterans’ homes, hospitals, special education
facilities and nursing homes as therapy animals. These endearing animals with lovely personalities
simply love being around the residents and vice versa. Scientists define llamas as “charismatic
megafaunas,” which means they’re one of the few species that humans can safely hug.
However, if you’re you’re thinking about keeping a llamas as a pet, make sure you have
enough room and get at least two. They simply enjoy the company! They have traditionally
been used by Andean cultures in the mountains of South America by farmers due to its practicality,
but in the recent years, they have been imported by breeders and exotic pet lovers all over
the world. However, owners and handlers must be careful
not to over socialize llamas, since it can lead to berserk llama syndrome, a psychological
condition that affects males of the species and it happens when animals become so comfortable
with humans that they start to see them as fellow llamas, resulting in aggressive tantrums,
characterized by kicking and spitting. Bottle-fed llamas are especially at risk of developing
the condition. One fun fact: dogs are no longer the only
pets that get to brag about their abilities in competitions - llama shows are becoming
increasingly popular in parts of the United States.
8 Bearded dragons Who would have guessed that a reptile would
make it to the list of the friendliest animals in the world… but here we are. Bearded dragons
certainly have a personality that makes them one of the rare examples of the species to
get along well with humans. They actually enjoy being cared for by people, and they’ll
sometimes spend a few hours just hanging out on their owner’s shoulder. Bearded dragons
live in Central and Southern Australia. They are omnivores with a lifespan up to 15 years
or older. Their specific name originates from the ability to change the colour of their
beard according to their mood. They show their aggressive side only when feeling threatened
by other animals. In order to protect itself from predators,
bearded dragons change colour to blend in better with the environment. Plus, their scales
and spiny skin serve as protection against predators like snakes or hawks. The spiny
beard of a bearded dragon helps it to communicate in various ways.
Bearded dragons are popular pets because they’re affectionate and inquisitive, though sometimes
being shy and solitary animals.
7 . Quokka Meet quokka, the unprecedented selfie king
and one of the cutest little animals on planet Earth. These adorable little marsupials are
found in Australia, and are especially famous for their selfies with tourists on Rottnest
Island. They’re really tiny, reaching up to only 50cm of height, so they’re prey
to predators on the island, such as snakes, or predators on the Australian mainland, like
dogs, cats and foxes, which is a reason they are sometimes shy and withdrawn. Due to habitat
destruction, this charming critter is protected species, being listed as vulnerable to extinction
by the International Union for Conservation of Nature, so humans are not allowed to touch
or feed them. Nevertheless, these fluffy smiling creatures
are super friendly, they have never scratched or bitten a human, and are surprisingly fond
of the camera. Their irresistible smile earned them a title of the happiest animal in the
world. These sociable plant-eaters hang out in clans,
munch on swamp peppermint and other greens, store fat in their tails for lean times, dig
tunnels through vegetation for napping and hiding, and hop like kangaroos—a close relative
(along with wallabies). 6 Giant panda
In the mountains of Central China lives one of the cutest and friendliest creatures – a
giant panda, incredibly lazy, yet fun-loving. Their diet consists of almost 99% of bamboo,
even though they’re carnivorous. They weigh up to 135kg, they are able to climb tall trees
and are also excellent swimmers. Though being extremely friendly and adorable, they do have
their own flaws. They also belong to a group of the most unromantic animals in the worlds.
If nothing changes, either with the help of scientist or if they themselves don’t do
something about it, they’re about to go extinct in the near future. Unfortunately,
they fall into the group of Endangered animals. Giant pandas live in the mountains of Central
China. The Black and White Pandas are considered a national treasure. The Giant Panda Research
and Breeding Centre in Chengdu, China allows visitors to spend time with these playful
and loving creatures. In addition, baby pandas are listed as one of the cutest baby animals in
the world. If you’re interested in hearing more about
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5. Guinea pigs Next on our list is another member of the
rodent family – a guinea pig. They are basically small domesticated pigs, weighing up to 1,2kg.
Guinea Pigs are one of the kindest and friendliest animals. Though they belong to the rodent
family, they got its name because of its appearance and are considered to be a domestic pig. They
are quite sociable and in the wild they are often found in pairs. They are herbivores
and like eating fruits and vegetables. Unfortunately, their lifespan is one of the shortest among
animals - they can live up to 5 years only. One interesting thing is that a baby Guinea
Pig can run just a few hours after it has been born. They are quite clean pets, and
they self-groom themselves. Just like other rodents, their teeth grow throughout their
lifespan.
Guinea pigs are most common in Spain and their diet includes hay mostly. These sociable animals
love to be surrounded by humans or of their own kind. When they’re excited they jump
straight up and down on the ground which makes them a dancing animal.
4 Parrots
Parrots are considered to be very sociable and highly intelligent. They are also known
for their ability to easily adapt to a new environment. However, they are not domesticated,
tame and friendly in general, humans are those that have to put in certain effort to create
a bond with these curious animals. Parrots thrive on interaction and communication, be
it with their own kind or with humans. "Socialization from a young age can lead to birds that actively enjoy
interaction with humans and the opportunity for new experiences," expert on parrots, Van
Every says. However, definitely do not assume in advance that a parrot is friendly until
you know that individual parrot. One obstacle to successfully creating this
parrot-human bond is communication specific to parrots as a group, which humans are largely
unaware of. All the miscommunications between pet parrots and humans happen usually due
to the human not knowing, understanding, or even ignoring the parrot's body language or
other behavioral clues. As friendly as they may sometimes be, beware that even a well-trained,
well-cared for pet parrot will have a bad day and that if you ever decide to have one
as a pet, you should be well in tune with them, Otherwise, you might end up hurt. Though
friendly, parrots are definitely not to be messed around with!
3 Rats
We had quite a number of rodents on the list so far. This one is definitely often overlooked
and even undermined as being nothing more than a pest. Ladies and gentlemen, let us
present to you a surprisingly friendly animal – a rat!
Rats are amazingly social and playful animals and, believe it or not, they do make amazing
pets. Like many other domesticated animals that are usually pets, rats too can learn
to recognize their owners, and may even attempt to groom their humans, as explained in Vetstreet.
Guess that’s their way of saying you’re a part of the family now.
Most pet rodents, such as hamsters and guinea pigs, tend to bite, but rats specifically
bred to be pets are much calmer and seem to create an emotional bond both with their cage
friends and owners. Some even go that far and compare a well-bred rat to a well-bred
dog, and claim rats are friendly, curious and cuddly. Their only flaw is – they die
soon. The average age of a rat is one to two years, if you’re lucky.
Studies suggest rats dream when they sleep, giggle when tickled and grind their teeth
with pleasure when stroked. Rats are also empathetic, according to a study in which
lab rats rescued other trapped rats who previously helped them.
2 Giant African Millipede Never considered adopting a millipede as a
pet? Not even a giant one? Well, think again. Giant African Millipede is certainly an exotic
pet that seeks special care, yet they are kept as pets all over the world, according
to the Spruce Pets. They are docile and generally friendly and quite a unique pet choice, if
you’re into that kind of thing. They may look like insects, but they are actually arthropods
– relatives of crabs and shrimp. Another fun fact is that they do not have 1000 legs,
as their name suggest, but around 100. And each time they molt, they grow more body segments
that are complete with more legs If you’re a beginner in owning exotic pets,
a good choice would definitely be Giant African Millipede, generally an easy pet to care for
since they are quite docile and slow-moving. They do very well in captivity provided they
are kept in an environment suitable to their needs. They like company, so you may as well
keep a few of them in the same tank. While they are generally calm and easy-going,
they can easily get frightened. When that happens, they have two main modes of defense.
First, they curl into a tight spiral; next, they secrete an irritating liquid from body
pores. So, if you decide to get one or two as pets, tread carefully with these gentle
creatures. 1 . Rabbits
No list of the friendliest animals in the world is complete without these adorable animals
with big ears – bunny rabbits are one of the most wanted pets in the world. And for
quite good reasons: they get along wonderfully well with people, they can be litter box trained
and even hop when being called.
Similarly to cats, they like to keep their living space and themselves clean, they need
lots of your attention and space to play and jump around, so it can be a challenge to keep
them healthy and satisfied. They’re definitely not pets for everybody, but if you’re ready
to take care of their specific needs, it will certainly be rewarding.
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