GreenScreenAnimals.com: Our 2024 in Review!
As 2024 comes to a close, we’re taking a look back at some of the most exciting moments, trends, and stats from the year at GreenScreenAnimals.com! Join us for a behind-the-scenes glimpse into how filmmakers, content creators, and VFX artists brought their projects to life using our green screen animal footage.
From our most popular clips to standout customer projects, we’ll be sharing the highlights, insights, and stories that made 2024 a year to remember. Discover where our customers are coming from, see the numbers behind the creativity, and get inspired by the innovative ways our animal footage has been used across the globe.
1. Most Popular Animal Species of 2024
Every year, certain species steal the show, and 2024 was no exception! These animals captured the spotlight on GreenScreenAnimals.com, becoming the top choices for filmmakers and VFX professionals worldwide. Let’s take a closer look at this year’s top three stars:
#1: Wild Mammals (Deer, Raccoons, and Squirrels)
- Why They’re Popular: It might come as a surprise that our common wild mammal footage takes the top spot, but it makes perfect sense—they’re everywhere! From deer grazing in a field to squirrels climbing trees or raccoons rummaging through trash, these animals are instantly recognizable and relatable to audiences.
- Trending Uses: Film & TV set in suburban towns, ads for cars highlighting safety features.
#2: Big Cats (Lions, Tigers, and Leopards)
- Why They’re Popular: Now that’s more like it, right? Big cats remain a powerful visual staple in both advertising and entertainment. Whether it’s the fierce grace of a lion or the stealthy movement of a leopard, these apex predators have been integral to a variety of projects in 2024.
- Trending Uses: Nail-biting action and thriller sequences, ads with strong brand imagery, and corporate advertisements promoting strength or courage.
#3: Bears (Grizzly bears, and Black Bears)
- Why They’re Popular: Our bear footage has always ranked amongst our most popular offerings, and the trend continued in 2024, particularly for nature-themed advertising and action sequences. Our bear footage is especially popular for the diverse ways it can be used! With a little editing, you can transform the same clip from a frightening and intense roaring bear, to a comedic scene with a talking bear
- Trending Uses: Advertisements with a nature element, intense thrillers
2. Most Popular Green Screen Animal Clips of 2024
We talked about the species that were most popular, now let’s dig a little deeper with some of our most popular clips! These clips stood out for their versatility, stunning visuals, and ease of use in composite-ready green screen work. Here are the top 5:
#1:Brown Grizzly Bear Video 149
#2: African Elephant Video 60
#3: Doe Video 23
#4: Lion Video 4
#5: Squirrel Video 2
3. Global Breakdown: Which Country Loved GreenScreen Animals the Most?
One of the most exciting aspects of GreenScreenAnimals.com is seeing the global reach of our footage. Here’s how green screen animal downloads stacked up around the world:
#1: The United States of America
- Why They’re #1: The U.S. led the charge in using green screen animals for everything from Hollywood blockbusters to viral social media content. Filmmakers and advertisers alike embraced the ease of integrating animal stock footage into their projects, particularly in the film and commercial sectors.
#2: Canada
- Why They’re #2: Another major entertainment market, Canada was a huge player in the entertainment space, licensing dozens of animals for a number of feature films and series, as well as a few eco-focused promotional pieces.
#3: Tie: The United Kingdom & Germany
- Why They’re #3: Tied for 3rd we have the United Kingdom and Germany, both major hubs of advertising and commercial usage. Our footage was licensed for use in advertising for everything from major airlines to consumer goods!
4. What’s New with GSA in 2024?
Our clients weren’t the only ones keeping busy this year! In 2024, our extensive library of 4K animal footage expanded even further with the addition of several new species, and there are even more exciting animals on the way. We had the pleasure of working with some incredible animal talent this year, from a majestic tiger to curious wild boars, and we can’t wait to share these new additions with you in the coming months. Be sure to stay tuned (and join our mailing list) so you don’t miss the upcoming footage releases!
Looking Ahead to 2025!
2024 has been an incredible year at GreenScreenAnimals.com! From showcasing our most popular animal clips to expanding our global reach and offering tailored licensing solutions, this year has been full of milestones. But the best part? We’re just getting started! In 2025, we’re committed to delivering even more premium, humane animal footage to support your visual effects and filmmaking needs.
A heartfelt thank you to all our customers and users for making 2024 unforgettable. We can’t wait to share what’s coming next—new animal species, enhanced footage, and innovative tools to bring your creative visions to life.
Here’s to making 2025 even better! See you next year for more exciting adventures!
