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5 Animals That Went Viral For Unique Reasons

Aditi Shekhar | Dec 30, 2025, 13:48 IST
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Sometimes, while scrolling through the internet, we come across hilarious videos of cute animals – a clumsy baby panda or a mischievous cat following her own tail – making it nearly impossible for us not to burst out laughing. From dramatic reactions to unexpected photobombs, these videos steal our day.

Here are some animals that have become popular on the internet that we can’t resist sharing with our friends and family.
So, audience, grab a bowl of popcorn, and let’s dive in -

Meet the animals breaking the internet
Meet the animals breaking the internet
Image credit : Pexels


1. Grumpy cat



Tadar Sauce, you heard that right, nicknamed as the sensational “Grumpy Cat”, known for her permanently disabled “grumpy” facial expression. In March 2020, the cat became the face of the internet. Her social media gained nearly double the followers compared to your favourite celebrity. People would line up in queues to get pictures taken with the cat.


2. Moo Deng the Pygmy Hippo



Who knew hippos could dance? A video of Moo Deng’s quirky performance has been flooded all over the internet, captivating thousands of viewers, where the adorable hippo gracefully takes several tiny steps back and forth, mimicking the legendary Michael Jackson. In no time, she gained over 60,000 views and countless comments on her smooth dance moves.


3. Bizkit the Sleepwalking Dog


Have you ever seen a dog sleepwalking? In the early 2000s, a video went insanely viral all over the internet, promoting numerous views and comments on the dog’s unusual but hilarious movements - paddling legs as if running, but while remaining asleep. It led many viewers to debate whether the dog was dreaming or was experiencing a seizure. Turns out this dog is clearly having the best dream ever.

4. Photobombing Sloth



Our furry, cute little intruder photobombs volunteers in Costa Rica. A group of students were posing for a photograph when a tiny furry friend crept into the picture, stealing the show. The photograph went viral all across the internet for all the “cute” reasons.


5. Dramatic Chipmunk


Dramatic Chipmunk: the viral five-second stare that changed the internet
Dramatic Chipmunk: the viral five-second stare that changed the internet
Image credit : Pexels

A five-second clip went heavily viral all over the internet. It is an oddly satisfying must-watch video, showcasing the dramatic turn of a playful prairie dog referred to as the “chipmunk”, while the video zooms in and dramatic music plays in the background. In 2008, the viral chipmunk was displayed alongside other internet sensations.


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Frequently Asked Questions ( FAQ)

  1. What is the most unique animal ever?
    A platypus is referred to as one of the most unique animals because of its peculiar combination of features, including a duck-like bill, beaver-like tail, webbed feet, and the ability to lay eggs like a reptile, despite being a mammal.
  2. What are the Big Five?
    The Big Five refers to the African lion, buffalo, elephant, rhino and leopard.
  3. Why is Hippo not Big 5?
    Although a hippo is a giant, fierce creature, it doesn't meet the criteria of being difficult to hunt , missing out on its chance of being in the big 5.

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