What unassuming weed could really brighten your garden and heal the world?

Self-heal!

Which creature is the largest Asian antelope, considered sacred to some and pest to others?

The Nilgai!

What creature roams the Australian Outback, extends its hospitality to others in times of need, and eludes predators with a unique rear end?

The tiny, mighty wombat! This little roly-poly ball of densely matted fur is a staple of Australia’s menagerie of weird and wonderful creatures.

What ancient invertebrate can breathe through its skin, squeeze through tight spots, and use slime to attack prey?

The velvet worm!

What creature has the best and most adaptable eyesight in the natural world, packs a wicked punch harder than a bullet and can change its body colors at will?

This would be the mantis shrimp in the stomatopod family!

What nocturnal creatures native to North America are known for their beauty and the fact that they don’t eat at all in their adult life? 

Luna moths!

What slimy creature improves its forest ecosystem, uses clever tactics to impair predators, and might make you think twice about a favorite fruit?

The Banana Slug!

What prolific gold-flowered plant is loved by children, helps mitigate drought, has powerful medicinal properties and is named for an apex predator?

The dandelion, of course! (Taraxacum officinale)

What mammal makes a mysterious sound that scientists can’t figure out, can jump straight up to a height eight times their body length, and loves us when we love them?

Felis catus, the mostly tame, sometimes feral, house cat!

Which creature fights fires, creates wetlands, recharges groundwater, alters landscapes, and is a climate hero?

Beavers!

Which bird from Asia is sought after worldwide, holds a beautiful crown with a purpose, and graces our eyesight with colorful feathers?

Peafowls!

Which migratory creature is native to 15 countries, has the longest mammal migration known, and has a unique coat pattern across individuals?

The Zebra!