I don’t have a single favorite, but every now and then a critter will become the subject of my latest ADHD hyperfixation. I remember thinking skunks were cool in 5th grade. They’re like badgers with chemical weapons. For the months leading up to getting my first guide dog I devoured stuff about dogs in general. I had always had pet dogs so it wasn’t a new subject, just a more intense interest.
For a while it was octopi, then parrots. For some time in 2015 or early 2016 it was possums, the US’s only marsupial.
Right now it’s monkeys. I used to think monkeys were gross and disturbing in an uncanny valley sort of way, so humanlike but not human at the same time. But I’ve taken a shine to orangutans. They’re quiet and introverted like me. Also new world monkeys like capuchins and woollies. Having a prehensile tail would be awesome.
I really appreciate all the time put into your replies!
If you haven’t discovered us yet on !superbowl@lemmy.world, you should join us. The French and German communities there have been very helpful there, and there is also a person that researches Aztec religion where we have discussed some of their linguistics as well and the trouble people have with determining what kind of owl Chiquatli is supposed to be.
Hearing some of the Portuguese owl words is helpful as well. I try to find photos and articles from all over the world, and having you all explain the languages to me helps me greatly.