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.
Animal Facts
In-depth information about individual animals. Pictures, videos and amazing facts about your favorite species. Learn about the life, conservation status, habitat, diet and behavior of animals from all around the world.
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.
Killer Whale Facts For Kids
Killer whales – also called orcas – are fearsome ocean predators. They are mammals, but are they actually whales? Read these killer whale facts for kids to find out …
This article is part of our Arctic Animals series.
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...
Poison Dart Frog Facts For Kids
A creature’s size is not always an indicator of how dangerous it is. Poison dart frogs may be small, but they are among the most poisonous of all living creatures! This article contains many more poison dart frog facts, and is part of our Rainforest Animals series.
African Elephant Facts
Want to learn more about the world’s largest land animals? This page contains African elephant facts and information. If you enjoy learning about this (usually) gentle giant, then visit our African Animals page and find out about more amazing animals.