Two vaquitas. The vaquita (Phocoena sinus) is a critically endangered porpoise species endemic to the northern part of the Gulf of California. It is considered the smallest and most endangered cetacean in the world. Paula Olson, NOAA, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
Have you wondered recently what animals exist that are so rare, that you did not know they are a thing? I was pretty curious myself. So let’s jump right in together!
#1 Amur Leopard
Three-month-old Amur leopard (Panthera pardus orientalis).Image via Depositphotos
The amur leopard has been critically endangered since the 1990s. It is one of the rarest big cats across the globe.
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Amur leopard yawning. Image by mihail1981 via Depositphotos
Surprisingly, it is believed that less than 100 of these leopards exist in the wild. Generally, identified by their lengthy legs, iconic spotted fur, and adaptability to hot and cold climates.
#2 Vaquita
Image by Alfokrads via Wikimedia Commons – https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Phocoena_sinus.jpg
Unfortunately, the vaquita is critically endangered. It is a species of porpoise endemic to the northern end of the Gulf of California in Baja California, Mexico.
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Two vaquitas. The vaquita (Phocoena sinus) is a critically endangered porpoise species endemic to the northern part of the Gulf of California. It is considered the smallest and most endangered cetacean in the world. Paula Olson, NOAA, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
These animals reach a max length of 150 cm and it is the smallest of all living cetaceans.
#3 Javan Rhino
Javans Rhinos are the most threatened out of all five rhinos. Image by ClickImages via depositphotos.com
The Javan rhinoceros goes by many names, such as the Javan rhino, Sunda rhinoceros or lesser one-horned rhinoceros.
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Javan Rhinos are critically endangered animals and inhabit South Asia and Africa.
#4 Sumatran elephant
Sumatran elephant. Image via Depositphotos
The Sumatran elephant is one of three subspecies of the Asian elephant.
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Sumatran elephants with the Latin name Elephas maximus sumatrensis. Image via depositphotos
There are between 2,400 and 2,800 Sumatran elephants remaining in the world, split between both the wild and captivity.
Wrapping Up with the Animals So Rare
Amur Leopard.Image via Pixabay
Rare animals are a world full of awe! I have never seen any of these before, it would be an absolute dream come true! I think I may need to visit soon to see one for myself! Evidently, this is our official list of animals so rare.
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If you think there should’ve been another animal included in this list, please feel free to let us know in the comments. Lastly, can’t wait to hear from you!
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Majestic Amur leopard, Panthera pardus orientalis walks around the lake. Image via Depositphotos
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