8 beautiful animals found close to Equator

Mandarin Duck: This vibrantly coloured duck is native to East Asia, but some populations can be found in equatorial regions.

Goura Crowned Pigeon: The largest pigeon species on Earth, this majestic bird resides in the rainforests of New Guinea.

Blue Morpho Butterfly: These iridescent butterflies native to the rainforests of Central and South America are known for their blue wings.

Orangutan: Found in the rainforests of Borneo and Sumatra near the equator, orangutans are highly intelligent primates known for their fur.

Komodo Dragon: The largest living lizard species, the Komodo Dragon inhabits the Lesser Sunda Islands near the equator.

Sunda Clouded Leopard: This elusive cat is native to the montane forests of Southeast Asia near the equator.

Spinner Dolphin: These playful dolphins are found in warm tropical waters around the world, including near the equator.

Red-billed Toucan: These large-beaked birds inhabit the rainforests of Central and South America near the equator.

This information is not DNA's opinion but obtained from media reports