New set of markers! Should I go with pastels or vibrants for this one?

I finally treated myself to some new markers today and I’m dying to test them out. I’m leaning towards a soft palette for this page in my Gentle Animals Coloring Book, but part of me wants to go really bright and bold.

What do you guys usually prefer for animal pages? I feel like the "gentle" vibe of the Gentle Animals Coloring Book calls for muted tones, but I’d love to see what you all think before I commit!