Animal of the Week. Each week we feature a different species, taking an in-depth look at its lifestyle, range, habitat, conservation status and more. Each page is packed with fun facts, amazing pictures and videos. This is your chance to discover new and interesting species!
Hawksbill sea turtle facts, pictures and information.
The hawksbill sea turtle is a critically endangered sea turtle that is found in tropical waters all around the world. It is easily identifiable due to its pointed beak, and the saw-like grooves on the rear edge of its carapace (shell).
Let’s find out more about this distinctive marine reptile …
Giant pangolin facts, pictures and in-depth information. The giant pangolin is the largest of the 8 types of pangolin. The body of this African mammal is covered almost entirely in hard scales. It walks in a strange, stooped manner as it forages for ants and termites. Let’s find out more about this weird and wonderful animal …
Siamang facts, pictures and video. Discover the world's largest gibbon, an endangered species found in the rainforests of Southeast Asia. Be sure to watch the video featuring the siamang's famous call!
Giant anteater facts, pictures and information. Meet an amazing South American mammal that likes nothing more than eating thousands … and thousands … of ants!
Be sure to watch the video of giant anteaters at San Diego Zoo!
American bullfrog facts for kids, students and adults. The American bullfrog is a large frog found throughout North America. It is also present in many other parts of the world, having been transported by humans as a source of food and as a means of controlling agricultural pests.
In fact, the American bullfrog is considered an invasive species in many areas because its presence can be harmful to local wildlife.
The American bullfrog plays an important part in its native aquatic ecosystems. Let’s find out more about this awesome amphibian carnivore …
Wild yak facts for kids and adults, with pictures and video. The wild yak is a bovid – a member of the cattle family, Bovidae. It lives on the Tibetan Plateau, a region sometimes called the ‘roof of the world’, due to its being over 3 miles (4.8 km) above sea level.
This tundra animal is a cold weather, high-altitude specialist, and has a number of adaptations for living in this hostile environment. Let's find out more about this amazing survival expert...
Thorny devil facts, pictures and information for kids and adults. Despite its fearsome appearance, Australia’s thorny devil is slow-moving and unaggressive – unless you’re an ant! This spiny-skinned desert lizard has a number of awesome adaptations for evading predators and living in dry habitats ...
Fossa facts, pictures and information for kids and adults. Discover this muscular yet agile hunter, equally at home in the trees as it is on the ground. This fearsome rainforest predator likes nothing better than to snack on a lemur …
Binturong facts, pictures and in-depth information for kids and students. Discover this awesome rainforest animal, whose gripping tail makes it (almost) unique among the carnivorans …
Caracal facts, pictures, video and information. The caracal is a mid-sized wild cat found in Africa and parts of Asia. It has pale golden-brown fur and distinctive tufted ears. Read on to find out more about this awesome predator …
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