• The sea otter is an adorable animal because it has a small, round face and a tendency to float on its back, even holding hands with others as they float together in the water.
• Axolotl, also known as the Mexican Walking Fish, looks like a child all his life and always has a smile on his face. It also has soft appendages that look like feather boas.
• Known for their cuteness and friendliness, quokkas are marsupials that live on Rottnest Island off the coast of Australia – one of the most remote locations in the world.

This planet has hundreds of cute and adorable animal species. How can you narrow them down to a list? It’s not easy, but we have encountered animals with small faces that will melt your heart and also have cute mischievous personalities.

This list of the cutest animals in the world will definitely make you smile.

The pygmy marmoset ( Callithrix pygmaea ) is a small New World monkey native to the Amazon rainforest in South America. This is the smallest monkey and one of the smallest primates in the world. A typical dwarf marmoset weighs just over 3 ounces. Its other names are pocket monkey, little lion and pygmy monkey.

This tiny baby has a curious face and fluffy fur. The monkey’s thick fur makes it appear larger to ward off predators. Pygmy marmosets live in Colombia, Brazil, Ecuador and parts of Bolivia.

And although it is said to be one of the cutest animals in the world, there are still 9 more!

Pygmy marmosets are not endangered, but they are frequent victims of the illegal pet trade.

The red panda ( Ailurus fulgens ) is native to the eastern Himalayas and southwestern China. This beautiful creature looks like a cross between a fox and a giant panda, but it is not related to either. It more closely resembles a raccoon or a skunk.

Red pandas have thick red fur and bushy, striped tails. It is about the same size and weight as a domestic cat. Its mischievous face and playful behavior have made it a favorite among people who visit zoos and sanctuaries.

Sadly, red pandas are critically endangered. Like giant pandas, they eat only bamboo, and habitat loss has led to severe population decline. However, some zoos have successfully bred red pandas. Rotterdam Zoo in the Netherlands manages an international studbook of red pandas.

The Knoxville Zoo in Tennessee holds the record for the largest number of red panda births in North America.

Meerkats are so cute that they even have their own TV show. Do you remember the Meerkat mansion ?

The meerkat ( Suricata suricatta ) is not a cat. It’s actually a small mongoose. Originating from southern Africa, meerkats have large eyes and a long tail. Meerkats have extremely cute behavior, including sitting upright on their hind legs and looking around.

Meerkats are about 14 inches tall with a long tail. Meerkats are highly social. They live in groups called “mobs” consisting of two or three meerkat families. These mobs live in their own expansive underground caverns.

Meerkats are listed as “least concern” for conservation status. You can find meerkats in wildlife reserves in Africa and in zoos around the world.

The Axolotl ( Ambystoma mexicanum ) or Mexican walking fish is related to the tiger salamander. Despite its name, it is a reptile, not a fish. An axolotl is 6 to 14 inches long.

Why is it on our list of cute animals? Its small, smiling face is the reason. Axolotl always seems to be smiling sweetly. Scientists think this is because it has a trait called neoteny, which means it looks like a baby all its life. It also has soft appendages that look like feather boas.

Sadly, this adorable animal is critically endangered. Conservation efforts and breeding programs have had some success in restoring axolotl populations in Mexican lakes.

This tiny creature is known for its round, spiky body and adorable facial features. Porcupines ( Erinaceusis ) are members of the family Erinaceinae.

There are 15 species of hedgehogs. This cute creature lives in Europe, Asia and Africa. Hedgehogs were introduced to New Zealand. There are no hedgehogs in Australia or North America. Hedgehogs are small but defenseless. Their sharp teeth and spines make it difficult for predators to catch and eat them.

Although hedgehogs are not native to North America, they are becoming popular pets in the US, the most popular choice being the African pygmy hedgehog. A hedgehog can cost anywhere from $100 to $300, but some states prohibit keeping them as pets such as Georgia, California, Hawaii and Pennsylvania.

Porcupines are listed as “least concern” for their conservation status.

Chevrotain ( Tragulidae ), also known as mouse deer. Chevrotains are native to warmer regions of Southeast Asia, India, and parts of Africa.

The chevrotain is the world’s smallest mammal or ungulate. Scientists say they have rediscovered a type of chevrotain that has been “lost to science” for nearly 30 years.

There are several species of chevrotain and they are all very small. Depending on the species, a chevrotain can weigh anywhere from 4 to 33 pounds. The smallest is the Lesser Malayan, and the largest is the water chevrotain.

This cute baby looks like a little deer with the face of a mouse. However, this adorable animal is endangered due to habitat destruction and hunting.

Recently, a sea otter named Joey captured the hearts of YouTube audiences when he was rescued from near death and raised at an otter sanctuary in Canada. Joey’s daily fight for survival and his love of toys have attracted millions of viewers.

That’s not surprising, since sea otters are one of the most adorable animals on land or sea. The smallest of the marine mammals, the sea otter ( Enhydra lutris ) is a marine mammal native to the northern and eastern coasts of the North Pacific Ocean. About 90% of the world’s sea otters live in Alaska.

What makes this furry sea animal so cute? It has a small, round face and tends to lie on its back in an adorable position. Even more fascinating, sea otters also hold hands as they float together on the water.

Sadly, sea otters were hunted to near extinction and their populations have yet to fully recover. Today, they are classified as endangered.

Algeria’s national animal is also a slim, slender beast with a baby face, soft paws and big ears.

The fennec fox ( Vulpes zerd a) is a small fox native to the Sahara Desert. It lives in Morocco, Mauritania, northern Niger, Egypt and the Sinai Peninsula. Its large ears help it radiate heat, which is how it can survive in hot climates. The thick fur on its legs protects it from the scorching desert sand. It eats small birds, rodents, fruits and reptiles. The smallest member of the canid family, the fennec fox weighs only about 4 pounds.

This cute fox is named after the Algerian national football team, Les Fennecs. This species is protected in Algeria, Egypt, Morocco and Tunisia.

Fennec foxes are so abundant that they are listed as “least concern” for conservation status.

The black-footed cat ( Felis nigripes ), also known as the little spotted cat, is the smallest wild cat in Africa and one of the smallest wild cats in the world. It grows 14 to 20 inches tall. It has black or dark brown feet and beautiful black and silver spotted fur.

This adorable stray cat has a small, round face and pointy ears. Its kittens weighed just three ounces at birth.

Black-footed cats are nocturnal predators that hunt birds, small rodents, and occasionally rabbits. In Africa, these little cats are famous for their ferocity. Legend has it that a black-footed cat can take down a giraffe.

Black-footed cats are only found in Botswana, Namibia and South Africa. They live mainly in grassy plains, scrub deserts and sandy plains, including the Kalahari and Karoo deserts. Wuppertal Zoo, Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, Brookfield Zoo and Philadelphia Zoo have had success breeding black-footed cats in captivity.

In the world of cute animals, it’s hard to pick just one winner, but the quokka’s friendliness gives it the edge. This small, adorable creature is known for its cheerful personality.

The quokka ( Setonix brachyurus ) is also known as the short-tailed bush wallaby. It is a small, round creature about the size of a cat. Its face looks like a cross between a mouse and a rabbit. Quokka is a marsupial. It is nocturnal and carries its young in its pouch.

The only place quokkas live is on Rottnest Island off the coast of Australia. This is one of the most remote locations in the world. Despite this, they have become so popular that they are now a tourist attraction. Locals say if you really want to show your love for quokkas, you should support conservation efforts to preserve their territory. Quokkas are officially listed as “vulnerable” because of habitat loss.

You met them and your heart melted. Let’s review the 10 creatures that made our cutest list:

Without a skeleton or scales, the teardrop fish is an unusual deep-sea fish that lives off the coast of Australia and Tasmania. Their faces are eerily human-like and frequently frown. They can reach 12 inches in length and live at depths of 3,900 feet. Bless its heart.

Our list of the world’s cutest animals is a good one – but allow us to present three honorable mentions that didn’t quite make the cut. You’ve probably never heard of two of them – but one of them is an all-time favorite.

Pikas are native to Asia and North America and may be the cutest creatures not on the list. These tiny pups like to live on mountain tops, where they eat grass and flowers. In the fall, they haul hay to store in their burrows for the harsh winter months. They are also sometimes called whistling rabbits because of their high-pitched alarm calls.

All kittens and baby animals are adorable – but take a moment to admire the cuteness of an adult rusty-spotted cat! Look at its little face and spotted feet! This fierce feline is one of the world’s smallest cats and one of the most successful predators in the cat family. It is native to India, where it lives mainly in dry and moist deciduous forests and hunts at night. Feeding mainly on rodents and birds – these cats are lightning fast – catching their prey before they even realize its presence.

We’re all familiar with hamsters and their cute appearance – but if you’ve ever had a pet hamster then you’ll know that their behavior is as charming as their sweet faces. ! They are always busy – arranging seeds and making a cozy place to sleep. For God’s sake, they exercise on a little wheel! When they eat a slice of radish, they look like they’re holding a giant lollipop between their tiny mouse hands! When you walk into the room, they sit up and clasp their hands in front of them! You can hold them in your hand and they are so small that you have to rub their tips with your fingertips! There are a lot of animals that look adorable – but not many that look cute just living their little lives! A rusty-spotted cat isn’t so cute when it’s killing a bird – but a hamster looks downright adorable munching on seeds.