The internet is a magical place where you can find just about anything your heart desires. Want to see a frog that glows in the dark? There’s a video for that. Curious about an ancient city lost to time? You’ll find dozens of stories in a matter of seconds.
If you love discovering cool and unique stuff, there’s a special corner of the web just for you. It’s a Facebook group called ‘Weird & Interesting Things You Must See,’ where people gather to share the most fascinating content they come across online.
Scroll down to see some of their best posts and don’t miss our chat with the group’s admins and clinical psychologist Dr Charlotte Russell about why we’re so captivated by the unusual.
#1 Some People Are Poor, But Rich By Heart
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#2 Cop Saved Tiny Terrified Sloth Stuck On A Highway
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‘Weird & Interesting Things You Must See’ is a relatively new addition to the internet, created just a few months ago in May. Despite its recent start, the page has already attracted 87K followers. To find out what makes the group so special, Bored Panda spoke with two of its admins, Kushani Gunathilaka and Hasitha Eranga.
“This is a community where you can always expect the unexpected,” Kushani tells us. “It’s never boring and always exciting. From seeing walruses on floating couches to structural marvels like the Ouse Valley semi-circular arches that have used millions and millions of bricks, the group is all about interesting, entertaining, and informative content. You laugh, you enjoy, you feel, you relate and you even learn things here. All of this makes the community an enjoyable space for me and surely for the rest of the members.”
#3 The Most Beautiful Photoshoot You Will See Today
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#4 Gazelles And Their Shadows, Galloping Over The Namib Sands ?: Solly Levi Photography
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#5 A Cheetah And Her Cheetos
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“When we’re curating content for our group, we’re on the lookout for things that will surprise and delight [our followers]. We’re not just looking for the same old familiar topics—we want to find stuff that will make them go ‘Huh, I've never seen this before!’ or ‘Wow, I never thought about it that way!’” says Hasitha. “That’s what we mean by ‘weird.’ It might be something that challenges our assumptions, pushes us out of our comfort zone, or simply makes us laugh.”
#6 This Picture Is Too Beautiful Not To Be Seen By Everyone
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#7 This Tree In Buenos Aires Is So Big That An Artist Made A Statue To Support One Of The Huge Branches
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#8 The Expression On This Leopard Is So Special
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The admins enjoy the posts in the group just as much as its members. One of Kushani’s recent favorites is about Wally the Walrus, who was given a floating couch to stop him from sinking boats. “Who would’ve thought, right? It’s weird but also interesting because it shows harmony between nature and humanity.”
She also had a great laugh at a photo of a man standing in front of a “Draw Bridge Ahead” sign. Instead of taking it as a warning for an upcoming drawbridge, he made a joke by drawing an actual picture of a bridge. “He took the sign a little too literally, and it’s pretty hilarious.”
#9 You Know You Are Safe When Security Duck Is On Patrol
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#10 Mountain Lion Couple
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#11 Why Does This Tree Look Like It's Sneaking Out Of The Woods
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Why do so many of us love to get lost in the endless stream of weird and amusing posts on the internet? Bored Panda reached out to clinical psychologist and founder of The Travel Psychologist, Dr Charlotte Russell, to get her perspective.
“As humans, we naturally seek out new and interesting things because we are hard-wired for it,” says Russell. “In modern life, we are often faced with routines that can be mundane or repetitive, and so people like to look at interesting content to break the monotony.”
“There’s also an element of escape in looking at weird or funny clips and photos. When we’re having a tough day and need to unwind, turning to this kind of content can be a helpful way to manage feelings of overwhelm.”
#12 Rare Trail Cam Photo Of A Group Of Bears, Relaxing, And Discussing The Best Way To Break Into A Subaru
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#13 Mongolian Huntress With Her Eagle
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#14 This Stunning Image By Shelly Collins Captures A Truly Magical Moment In Nature: A Curious Lizard Stretches Its Body In An Almost Impossible Arc, Mesmerized By A Vibrant Butterfly Fluttering Nearby
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Kushani agrees that the internet can offer a refreshing break from the predictability of daily life, providing a touch of excitement instead. “That’s what people need,” she says. “They want to escape the ordinary. And what better place to do it than online? Through social media platforms, you can live vicariously through the experiences of others.”
#15 It's Not Every Day You See A Moose Chasing A Wolf
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#16 How Helicopters Are Born
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#17 The Blue Admiral Is A Nymphalid Butterfly, The Only Species Of The Genus Kaniska. It Is Found In South And Southeast Asia
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And it’s no wonder we feel so uplifted as we scroll through the internet—our brains reward us with happy emotions whenever we encounter something new. “Novelty seeking is linked to a neurochemical called dopamine, which is part of our brain’s reward centre,” explains Russell. “This means that occasionally coming across a funny or interesting post can give us a little boost. However, this effect will lessen if we engage with this type of content too habitually, so it’s worth keeping an eye on how much you’re consuming. As with anything in life, moderation is the key.”
#18 The Akhal-Teke Is Probably The Most Beautiful Horse Breed In Existence
Apart from their breathtaking metallic sheen (lending them their nickname "The Golden Horse"), they are also known for their speed and intelligence. There are about 6,600 of them on Earth. DNA research found the Akhal-Teke to be one of the oldest horse breeds alive today
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#19 Moose Chilling In The Pool In Spokane Valley, Washington
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#20 Fair Enough
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Of course, cutting down on screen use can be challenging, especially since it’s such an easy way to combat boredom or manage stress. But Russell encourages having other coping methods in place to prevent spending too much time online from negatively impacting your mood. “Make sure you have other coping strategies such as exercise, social support, relaxation techniques and taking positive action when needed,” she advises.
#21 I Identify As Cat
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#22 One Of The Last Coal-Powered Sheep. Most Sheep Are All Electric Now
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#23 Tiny Spider Built Fence Around Her Eggs For Protection Against Predators
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So while we're happy to see you here and enjoying all these amazing posts from ‘Weird & Interesting Things You Must See,’ remember that so much of life takes place outside the internet. Step outside, explore the fascinating world around you, and become the person who shares new experiences with the group instead of just consuming them.
#24 Perfectly Captured By Christophe Nay
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#25 Nature Defeats Technology
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#26 The World Needs More Doggie Stick Libraries
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#27 Squirrel With His Newborn Baby
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#28 She Ate Pumpkin Seeds, Pooped Them Out, And They Started Growing. Here She Is Sitting Next To Her Work
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#29 Yee-Haw! Cowboy Frog Enjoys His Own Little Rodeo By Riding A Beetle As It Tries To Fly Away
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#30 A Family In Sarasota, Florida, Heard A Noise At Their Front Door And This What They Found
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#31 Seems Legit
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#32 Nile Crocodile Peeking Through Its Eggshell
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#33 Ha Ha Ha Ha Stayin Alive, Stayin Alive!!
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#34 Orange Turtle Found In The Vietnamese Jungle
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#35 A Mackerel With An Open Mouth
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#36 Momma Bear Carry Her Cub By The Ruff Of His Neck. Look At The Cubs Facial Expression
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#37 Obeying Signs Can Be Time Consuming
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#38 This Is How The Bear Reacted After The Truck Driver Fed Him A Banana
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#39 Tree Burning From The Inside After Being Struck By Lightning
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#40 I've Been Using This All Wrong
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#41 Ouse Valley Viaduct In Sussex , England
A structural marvel, the viaduct was originally built in 1838 to carry the London-Brighton line over the river Ouse. Construction end in 1842 . The Viaduct is 96 feet(29 m) high and is carried on 37 semi-circular arches ,each of 30 feet (9,1 m), spanning a total length of 1,480 feet (450m). It has been estimated that around 11million bricks were used in construction
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#42 Wally The Walrus Was Given A 'Floating Couch' In Order To Stop Him From Sinking Boats!
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#43 My Garden Is Finally Paying Off. Eating Well Tonight!!!
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#44 2,200-Year-Old Ancient Pool Located In The Ancient City Of Hierapolis. It Is Also Known As Cleopatra's Pool
It is believed that the Egyptian Queen Cleopatra heard the praise of the thermal water and came here. Pamukkale, Denizli.
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#45 We Agreed To Keep The Cake For Mum’s Birthday
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#46 Real Life Problems
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#47 Aogashima Island In Japan Aogashima Is A Volcanic Island In The Izu Archipelago In The Philippine Sea, About 222 Miles South Of Tokyo, Japan
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#48 Sounds Like Good Advice To Me
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#49 What The Duck Is Going On Here?
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#50 The World's Most Dangerous House The Cliff House By Modscape
It's a five-story modular home that clings to the side of a cliff, designed to offer thrilling ocean views and an adventurous living experience. Inspired by barnacles on a ship's hull, the house is anchored with steel pins for stability. It features three bedrooms, a living area, and a kitchen, all with floor-to-ceiling windows. Access is via a carport on the top floor, connected to other levels by a lift or stairs. The design aims to blend with the natural rock face and maximize the connection with the ocean, using minimalist interiors to highlight the stunning views.
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