Neither delicious nor nutritious, animal crackers are nevertheless an enduring and popular snack. From a young age, we've come to recognize them as our favorite zoo animals.
But take another look at the average animal cracker. How well does that really resemble a living creature?
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After an extended investigation, we determined that animal crackers may not actually be based on common species like lions, tigers and zebras. No, they're modeled on hideous, cookie-colored, hairless beasts that walk the world in shame.
Now, for the first, time, we're proud to bring you images of these truly pitiable creatures.