1. Leopards. Leopards are known for their ability to remain undetected and unseen by both humans and other animals. They have developed certain adaptations that allow them to blend in with their surroundings and avoid detection.
Foxes have a reputation of being cunning, or sly.
Foxes. Foxes are, in most stories, cunning and wily rogues, whose exploits range from outsmarting its larger, stronger rivals (wolves and bears) to shapeshifting into human form. In Western myths, the fox is quite reliably a trickster whose strength lies in its mind rather than its physical might.
Indeed, studies have shown that chimpanzees and macaques not only seek revenge, but often do so intelligently — for instance, if they see that their adversary is stronger than them, they attack a weaker relative instead.
Blue Jay. Birds are among nature's most gifted liars. For instance, “blue jays do a good job of imitating a variety of hawk species,” says Bob Mulvihill, an ornithologist at the National Aviary in Pittsburgh.
“Sly as a fox” has been a traditional saying for hundreds of years. Fables, such as Aesop's “The Fox and the Crow,” painted the fox as a very crafty and cunning hunter. Although there are plenty of other animals that are cunning hunters, the fox became associated with trickery.
If there's one animal that needs no introduction, it's arguably the fox. Cunning, intelligent and capable of adapting to any ecosystem, the common fox (Vulpes vulpes) is one of the most widely distributed and best-known carnivores among Iberian fauna.
Cats never forgive.
Scientists have observed similar behaviors in non-primates like goats and hyenas; the only species that has so far failed to show outward signs of reconciliation are domestic cats.
Jellyfish. (Specifically Irukandji, but really all jellyfish). So jellyfish in general are untrustworthy because they are beautiful enough that your lizard brain goes “I want to touch…”, even while knowing these things sting.
A weasel is a sneaky and sly person.
Telling someone they are as sly as a fox is not always meant as a compliment, but in the animal kingdom a red fox's cunning and cleverness serve it well.
Corvids include crows, ravens, jays, and some other incredibly brainy birds. Members of the corvidae family routinely prove their intelligence by solving complex puzzles and passing other mental tests. In fact, they are so successful at rising to these challenges, they can even manage to best human kindergartners.
All baby animals can be mischievous especially puppies and kittens. They get into all sorts of trouble! Seagulls can be too because they are known to take food away from humans!
Sea turtles are probably the dumbest and most gullible creatures of the sea. Why? Well, that's because they are likely to confuse plastic floating in the ocean for food and eat it, according to a Science News report.
The Mute Swan, however, is quiet but fierce and males are extremely territorial during the breeding season. It's considered to be one of the most dangerous birds in the world. If you think male geese are bad enough, you don't want to know what it's like for male mute swans to beat them.
One of the most common “thieves” is the raccoon. Dressed in appropriate garb for burgling, these masked bandits seem to know no boundaries.
The list of savage animals includes not only saltwater crocodiles, sharks, and bears, but also rhinos, elephants, and hippos. Age-appropriate text supports important elementary science concepts.
This Cape Buffalo was seen this week and it is stunning in that the spread of his horns, known as it's “Boss”, is so great. The horns have fused bases that form a continuous bone structure over the top of the head and are a characteristic feature of this spectacular animal.
Narcissism and the Animal World
There was a variety of opinions but the most common answer was “the cat.” That is an understandable answer. Cats show very little care about people, or even in other cats. They typically seem unconcerned about whether others are happy with them.
Donkeys have always enjoyed a reputation as “stupid animal”. As early as sixth Century DC. Isidore spoke of it as “lazy and foolish” and Homer described it as “tardus”. The Romans referred to people who could not read and write as “donkey”.
The quintessential embodiment of betrayal is the rat—as in “he ratted me out” and “we've got to find the rat in this gang.” Snakes (especially venomous ones) and weasels often have the same meaning.
Camels and elephants are also said to hold long-term grudges. One Indian man who left his camel tied up in the heat all day had his head severed from his neck by the animal. There's a lesson there, too: if you're going to mistreat a camel, wear your Cheney mask.