Red beauties: 10 stunning red-hued animals that walk the Earth

Scarlet Macaw  The scarlet macaw is a striking tropical parrot with vibrant red feathers, accented by blue and yellow. It is found in Central and South American rainforests.

Red Panda This is a small, arboreal mammal with fiery-red fur and a bushy tail. It is native to Himalayan forests.

Tomato Frog The tomato frog is a bright red amphibian native to Madagascar, known for its plump body and unique defensive toxin secretion.

Red Velvet Ant The red velvet ant, actually a wasp, is known for its vibrant red fur and painful sting, earning it the nickname “cow killer.”

Cardinal Bird The cardinal bird is a North American songbird known for its vivid red feathers, crest and melodic singing. It often symbolises vitality and warmth.

Red-Sided Garter Snake The red-sided garter snake features bold red stripes along its black and blue body, making it a striking and recognisable species.

Blood Pheasant The blood pheasant, native to high-altitude regions in Asia, has striking red streaks on its feathers that symbolise its unique name and beauty

Flame Angelfish This is a vibrant, reef-dwelling marine fish with fiery red-orange colouring and bold black vertical stripes, popular in aquariums.

Red Milkweed Beetle The red milkweed beetle is a vibrant insect with a red and black body commonly found on milkweed plants, benefiting from their toxicity for defence.

Cherry Shrimp These are small, freshwater crustaceans with bright red colouration, often kept in aquariums for their beauty and algae-cleaning abilities.

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