Caimans are carnivorous reptiles in the family Alligatoridae. Their closest relatives are the alligators. Caimans are found in a variety of habitats in Central and South America.
Let’s find out more about these fascinating crocodilians…
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Rarest Animal In The World Recently Spotted
One of the rarest animals in the world was recently spotted – for only the third time ever!
The ‘crusty nautilus’ (scientific name Allonautilus scrobiculatus), is a mollusc that lives in the ocean around New Guinea.
Baboon Facts
Baboons are monkeys that live in Africa and Arabia. Most baboons are social animals that live in groups called ‘troops’. This page contains baboon facts, and is part of our African Animals series.
Wombat Facts
Wombats are Australian marsupials. They are burrowing creatures and are most active at night. This page contains wombat facts, and is part of our Australian Animals series. Read on to find out more about these interesting animals…
Zebra Facts For Kids
Zebras are some of the most recognisable animals in the world. Most children will be able to identify this distinctive member of the horse family by its black and white stripes. This page contains zebra facts for kids and adults, and is part of our African Animals series.
Free Animal eBook To Download
Each of our ‘Tales From The Brink’ books contains four beautifully-written short stories about endangered animals.
Sorry, this offer has now ended. Find out how to order our Tales From The Brink books here.
For a limited time, you can sample the first story in book 1 for free. No sign-up required: you can simply download the book and start reading. It’s a printable PDF file, so you can either view the book on your screen or print it out.
The free book features the exciting story of Budi, a young Sumatran orangutan, who has a series of disturbing dreams. One day he decides to venture into the forest in the hope of finding a new home for his family.
Follow his incredible adventures as he meets many other inhabitants of the Sumatran jungle. Will he find the legendary ‘Heart of the Forest’? What other endangered animal does he find lurking in the clearing?
Ocelot Facts For Kids
The ocelot is a member of the cat family, Felidae. It looks like a small, slender leopard (and for this reason is also known as the ‘dwarf leopard’). The ocelot is found throughout South America, and its range extends as far north as southern Texas. This article contains ocelot facts for kids, and is part of the Active Wild Rainforest Animals series.
Mountain Gorilla Facts, Pictures & Information
Mountain gorilla facts, pictures, video and in-depth information. The mountain gorilla is a subspecies of eastern gorilla, a critically endangered African primate. On this page we’re going to discover where it lives, its preferred habitat, what it eats, how it communicates and much more. We’re also going to find out how we can help this endangered animal.
Read on to find out some amazing mountain gorilla facts! This article is part of our endangered animals series.
Sea Otter Facts
Sea otters are the heaviest members of the weasel family, and have adapted to the marine environment in which they live. This page contains sea otter facts and information, and is part of our Arctic Animals series.
Koala Facts For Kids
The koala is one of the most famous Australian animals. Known throughout the world for its cute looks, this popular marsupial lives in eucalyptus trees and spends most of its life asleep! This page contains koala facts for kids, and is in our Australian Animals series.
Spider Monkey Facts For Kids
Spider monkeys have long thin limbs and tails: it’s not difficult to see how these primates got their name! Spider monkeys roam through the rainforest canopy in search of fruit and nuts. They are the most intelligent New World monkeys.
Sadly, like many rainforest animals, spider monkeys are under threat – mainly due to habitat loss. This article contains spider monkey facts, and is part of our Rainforest Animals series. Be sure to watch the video of spider monkeys in the wild!
Read on for in-depth spider monkey information…
