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There’s cute. Then there’s super cute. And finally, there’s ‘Tiny Animals on Fingers’ cute! Correct us if we’re wrong, but Bored Panda believes that the smaller the animal, the cuter it tends to look. (No offense to all of you BIG animals out there—we still love you very very much! We totally think you’re cute, too, but in a different way.)

There is a wonderfully wholesome subreddit called ‘Tiny Animals on Fingers’ that celebrates the overwhelming cuteness of illegally smol critters perching on people’s fingers. The subreddit, a community of 80k members, does exactly what it says on the tin. The photos are so heartwarming, you’ll think it’s summer again. Have a look at the very best ones below and don’t forget to upvote your fave pics (remember, an upvote is like gently booping these critters, even if it is through your screen).

We’ve got a huge soft spot for frogs and hummingbirds, but we can’t wait to find out which pictures you loved the most! 

Bored Panda reached out to 'Help Wildlife,' a British charity-run advice website dedicated to helping wildlife, to talk to them about critters in the wild and what we can do to protect them. "To avoid disturbing small animals when in nature, it's best to stick to established pathways where possible. If you see a nest or other animal habitat then only observe from a distance, never try to touch or interfere. If you have a dog friend walking with you, make sure they're kept under control and they're not allowed to disturb or harm wildlife," Sarah, from 'Help Wildlife,' told us.

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Tiny Baby Chameleons

Tiny Baby Chameleons

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This Is Actually A Flying Fox Species. A Northern Blossom Bat. Pixie Is A Subadult And 8g

This Is Actually A Flying Fox Species. A Northern Blossom Bat. Pixie Is A Subadult And 8g

Currently raised by our volunteers, she still needs a bit time before she will start to fly but getting more active now

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Serial pacifist
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3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hello, little fella. Don't worry, it's not you who is upside-down, it's the world.

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Sarah from 'Help Wildlife' confirmed to Bored Panda that traffic has "a very big impact" on wildlife of all sizes. "As well as the obvious accidents, roads also divide and reduce their natural territories," she said.

However, not all hope is lost. Some people take the time and energy to protect wildlife from traffic. "Some forward-thinking countries create wildlife crossings when building new roads these days which can be helpful. Otherwise, the best way to prevent the loss of life is to drive carefully, especially in areas with lots of wildlife or where there is undergrowth at the side of the road which animals may dart out from. If an animal comes into contact with your car then always stop and check on them and try to find them help," Sarah explained.

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She noted that in the UK, you can check for wildlife rescues by following this link right here while in the US, you can use Animal Help Now.

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Tiny Baby Hummingbird Drinking Nectar From A Raspberry

Tiny Baby Hummingbird Drinking Nectar From A Raspberry

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A Western (Australian) Pygmy Possum

A Western (Australian) Pygmy Possum

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The ‘Tiny Animals on Fingers’ project has been active on Reddit since September 12, 2013. They’ll be celebrating their 8th birthday very soon, so if you enjoy their content, we suggest that you pop in with a quick, “Hello, congratulations, I love what you do, could I have some cake?”

There’s a lot of psychology behind why we find some things cute. According to Dr. Sandra Pimentel, a psychologist at the Montefiore Medical Center in New York, it all ties into evolutionary biology. “If we think about evolution, our goal as a species is to survive and pass on our genes,” she argues.

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Baby Snapping Turtles Look Just Like Little Dinosaurs

Baby Snapping Turtles Look Just Like Little Dinosaurs

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Hannah Edwards
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Cute! Hard to imagine that in a few short years it will be the size of a coffee table and able to snap your hand off at the wrist!

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“By finding things cute we’re more likely to want to take care of them and protect them. They’re more likely to get the attention of the adults around them, remind them, ‘Hey, take care of me. We’re helpless here,'” Pimentel explains.

Looking at cute things releases dopamine in our brains, making us feel happy. In other words, we’re rewarded for looking at all the various expressions of cuteness to be found in life. Including looking at tiny animals sitting on people’s fingers. Go on, keep scrolling, your brain will thank you for it. Besides, you know you need a small break from school/work/saving the world.

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Orphaned Baby Opossum I Am Raising

Orphaned Baby Opossum I Am Raising

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What we tend to find cute boils down to a list of physical characteristics that have different proportions than those of adults. For instance, we’d find an animal or a baby cute because they have a big head relative to their body size. Furthermore, larger eyes, round cheeks, larger foreheads, smaller chins, and smaller noses also increase the level of cuteness.

As much as we might want to hold all the super cute animals that we can, we should be aware that getting involved with wildlife might not be the best option. It’s always best to admire wildlife from afar instead of getting up close and personal.

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This Super Adorable Bee

This Super Adorable Bee

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Pinky Finger

Pinky Finger

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If you’re planning on feeding wild animals (whether teeny-tiny, large, or something in between), you ought to make sure that they don’t become dependent on human beings.

"Make sure it's something healthy, don't feed so much that they become dependent on people, always keeping in mind you won't be the only ones feeding them, and don't let them associate people with food. It's best for their survival that they remain independent and don't start approaching people for food," ‘Help Wildlife’ told Bored Panda during an earlier interview.

So go on, admire all those tiny critters. But don’t be sad if not all of them want to sit on your finger immediately.

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My Lil' Starfish Buddy

My Lil' Starfish Buddy

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Critically Endangered Baby Lemur Leaf Frog. Being A Wildlife Conservationist Is Tough, But This Little Face Is Why I Do What I Do

Critically Endangered Baby Lemur Leaf Frog. Being A Wildlife Conservationist Is Tough, But This Little Face Is Why I Do What I Do

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Look What I Found

Look What I Found

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Otter
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's an adult male Calliope Hummingbird, the smallest species in the western US! I hope he was feeling okay, because normally they spend most of their time fighting other hummingbirds, not sitting quietly in people's hands.

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Tiniest Snek Excited For Boops

Tiniest Snek Excited For Boops

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Tiny Sea Slugs

Tiny Sea Slugs

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A Very Small Cute Hamster

A Very Small Cute Hamster

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A Very Tiny Baby Harvest Mouse

A Very Tiny Baby Harvest Mouse

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Spotted Turtle And Spotted Frog, Clemmys Guttata And Ranitomeya Vanzolini

Spotted Turtle And Spotted Frog, Clemmys Guttata And Ranitomeya Vanzolini

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Baby Ashy Gecko Found In The Florida Keys

Baby Ashy Gecko Found In The Florida Keys

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Brave Lil Grabbies

Brave Lil Grabbies

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#36

Here Is A Baby Horned Lizzard

Here Is A Baby Horned Lizzard

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Joe Dunn
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

trying to look small and fierce, but just coming off small and adorable

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Found Two Baby Bats Rolling On My Deck This Morning. I Had Never Seen A Baby Bat Before, Thought Maybe Others Hadn't Either

Found Two Baby Bats Rolling On My Deck This Morning. I Had Never Seen A Baby Bat Before, Thought Maybe Others Hadn't Either

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How About A Non-Furry Little Guy? This Dude Out With Me For A While In Hawaii

How About A Non-Furry Little Guy? This Dude Out With Me For A While In Hawaii

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Baby Blue Tailed Skink I Found Under My Toolbox

Baby Blue Tailed Skink I Found Under My Toolbox

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Little Baby Grasshopper Hanging Out

Little Baby Grasshopper Hanging Out

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Say Hello To Bugmeat

Say Hello To Bugmeat

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Tiny Baby Shrew I Found Today

Tiny Baby Shrew I Found Today

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Kira Okah
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Looks like an adul sized shrew to me, and careful because some shrews are venomous.

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#51

Newly Discovered "Nano-Chameleon" Is World's Smallest Known Reptile

Newly Discovered "Nano-Chameleon" Is World's Smallest Known Reptile

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Little Jumping Spood

Little Jumping Spood

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Turtley Enough For The Turtle Club

Turtley Enough For The Turtle Club

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Troux
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's a yellow bellied slider. I found one of similar size in my yard!

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Froggos Really Come In All Sizes

Froggos Really Come In All Sizes

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#58

This Very Tiny Frog I Found By My Pool Today

This Very Tiny Frog I Found By My Pool Today

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#64

Found A Tiny Dekay’s Brown Snake In My Backyard. The Little Noodle Let Me Take A Photo And Then Scurried Off

Found A Tiny Dekay’s Brown Snake In My Backyard. The Little Noodle Let Me Take A Photo And Then Scurried Off

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Baby Snapping Turtle My Mom Found In A Gas Station Parking Lot. He Was Actively Trying To Bite Me

Baby Snapping Turtle My Mom Found In A Gas Station Parking Lot. He Was Actively Trying To Bite Me

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#66

This Beautiful Boy Is A Month Out Of Pouch Today

This Beautiful Boy Is A Month Out Of Pouch Today

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10-Weeks-Old "Trioceros Hoehnelii". They Are Called "Hoehs"

10-Weeks-Old "Trioceros Hoehnelii". They Are Called "Hoehs"

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Found This Illegally Smol Froggo Outside

Found This Illegally Smol Froggo Outside

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Hummingbird Hit My Door And Got Stunned I Moved Him, So My Dogs Wouldn’t Hurt It. He’s Totally Fine Now. Such Sweet Little Creatures

Hummingbird Hit My Door And Got Stunned I Moved Him, So My Dogs Wouldn’t Hurt It. He’s Totally Fine Now. Such Sweet Little Creatures

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Xenon
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I had one do a full on body plant on my glass door. Picked him up off the deck and set him gently on the table. He panted hard for about an hour. Gave him some nectar. He recovered and flew off, still visits.

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One Of My Endangered Blanding's Turtles "Emydoidea Blandingii" Taking Her First Breath In My Fingers

One Of My Endangered Blanding's Turtles "Emydoidea Blandingii" Taking Her First Breath In My Fingers

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A Little Mantis We Found Today

A Little Mantis We Found Today

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Kiwi
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I feel as if praying mantis' would do jazz hands if they could

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Teeny Spooder I Found In My Kitchen

Teeny Spooder I Found In My Kitchen

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Justy
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Aww cute. Much more cuter then the giant wolf spider I found in my bedroom at 7 am this morning while getting dressed..

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Rescued This Smol Friend From The Shower

Rescued This Smol Friend From The Shower

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Getting Some Seahorse Hugs

Getting Some Seahorse Hugs

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More Amazon Milk Froglet Fun. Little & Large

More Amazon Milk Froglet Fun. Little & Large

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Cold Contagious
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Fatso and Banjo, that was a frog cartoon in the early 80's, I think 🤔. Such cuties.

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Tiny Babies

Tiny Babies

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I Found A Tiny Noodle In The Pool This Morning

I Found A Tiny Noodle In The Pool This Morning

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Smol Lick

Smol Lick

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#85

We Have The Same Expression For 2020. "Anotheca Spinosa" Spiny Head Tree Frog Metamorph

We Have The Same Expression For 2020. "Anotheca Spinosa" Spiny Head Tree Frog Metamorph

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Another Victim Saved From My Killer Kitty, I Think It’s Vile Of Some Sort. I Sent Him On His Way In The Blackberries Away From My House And Wished Him Luck

Another Victim Saved From My Killer Kitty, I Think It’s Vile Of Some Sort. I Sent Him On His Way In The Blackberries Away From My House And Wished Him Luck

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Little Crab

Little Crab

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Teenie Tiny Little Inchworm I Found Today

Teenie Tiny Little Inchworm I Found Today

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Everyone Loves A Newborn

Everyone Loves A Newborn

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My Parents Recently Visited Costa Rica, Came Back Home To Iowa And Found This Guy Hiding In Their Clothes

My Parents Recently Visited Costa Rica, Came Back Home To Iowa And Found This Guy Hiding In Their Clothes

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Marlowe Fitzpatrik
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oh no! What do you do with that? Can't send it back, really. Do they survive in wherever-you-live?

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Tiny Crab Staring Right Back At You

Tiny Crab Staring Right Back At You

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Just Hatched Today. Welcome To The World Little Slug Buddy And Siblings

Just Hatched Today. Welcome To The World Little Slug Buddy And Siblings

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These Guys Live In My Garden And Bask On The Cement

These Guys Live In My Garden And Bask On The Cement

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#99

Little Crab At Virginia Beach

Little Crab At Virginia Beach

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Little Ribbon Snake Who Wandered Into My Office

Little Ribbon Snake Who Wandered Into My Office

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A Friend That Almost Landed On A Kid’s Head At Work

A Friend That Almost Landed On A Kid’s Head At Work

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#103

Little Friend Who Crawled Up My Leg On A Camping Trip. He Rested There For A Good Few Minutes

Little Friend Who Crawled Up My Leg On A Camping Trip. He Rested There For A Good Few Minutes

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The Tiniest Frog I Have Ever Caught

The Tiniest Frog I Have Ever Caught

Found this tiny guy in my kids sandbox. I wish I could get a closer pic, but that was the best my phone would do. Cute little bugger.

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A Baby Horned Lizard

A Baby Horned Lizard

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#107

Met This Little Friend While On Safari In Kenya

Met This Little Friend While On Safari In Kenya

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Rescued This Little Guy Swimming In The Pool

Rescued This Little Guy Swimming In The Pool

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Was Told To Post This Here. I Give You A Tiny Grasshopper

Was Told To Post This Here. I Give You A Tiny Grasshopper

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#110

Looks As If He Has Summited A Mountain

Looks As If He Has Summited A Mountain

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#111

Found This Guy While On My Honeymoon

Found This Guy While On My Honeymoon

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#112

I Found A Pseudoscorpion Yesterday

I Found A Pseudoscorpion Yesterday

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Baby Painted Turtle I Found

Baby Painted Turtle I Found

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The pygmy marmoset is the smallest of all members of the platyrrhine species, its body measures between 14 and 18 cm and has a non-prehensile tail larger than its body, which can measure between 15 and 20 cm, they are so tiny that their weight ranges between 120 grams. Source: https://naturalezasalvaje.es/Animales-mamiferos-mas-adorables-del-mundo.php Titi-pigme...eae320.jpg Titi-pigmeo-6132775eae320.jpg

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