The book by famous American naturalists S. and Y. Talalay tells about the strangest living creatures on the planet - from mollusks to whales, about the amazing, little-known details of their physiology and behavior. The authors traveled to many countries and collected unique factual material. A huge number of interesting signs and customs related to religion, magic, and folk medicine are associated with animals. Stories about these extraordinary animals significantly enriched the content of the book, filled it with adventures, curious and funny facts. The book will arouse undoubted interest not only among wildlife lovers, but also among those who are interested in history, folklore, ethnography, and anthropology.