rare animal
Noun
Meaning
(idiomatic) Synonym of rare bird
Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see rare, animal.
Source: en.wiktionary.orgExamples
There seems to be a general impression that to be known as normal in Hollywood is akin to being labeled as rare animal in a zoo.
I have no idea how to become successful in children's tv programming today other than to say that whereever you find that rare animal being pursued, insert yourself into its environment; get in the door in any position and work from within.