The saltwater crocodile is the world’s largest species of crocodile. These huge reptiles can grow over 6 metres long. Saltwater crocodiles are top of the food chain wherever they are found, and sometimes even attack humans! This page contains Saltwater Crocodile facts for kids, and is part of our Australian 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.
Sugar Glider Facts
The sugar glider is a marsupial that lives in Australia and New Guinea. This much-loved animal is famous for being able to glide from tree to tree, using ‘wings’ that stretch between its legs. This article contains sugar glider facts, and is part of the Active Wild Australian Animals series.
Bilby Facts
The bilby is a rabbit-sized marsupial that lives in the arid, desert regions of Australia. Of the two species of bilby that lived in Australia at the turn of the nineteenth century, only the greater bilby survives. The greater bilby itself is rated ‘vulnerable’, and several projects are underway to protect this popular Australian animal. This article contains bilby facts for kids, and is part of the Active Wild Australian Animals series.
Red Eyed Tree Frog Facts
Red eyed tree frogs seem to be everywhere: from computer screen savers to advertisements – these little frogs have hit the big time! Their green colouring and big red eyes are no accidents; the red eyed tree frog has evolved to fit a particular niche in the rainforest ecosystem.
Like many creatures, there is more to the Red eyed tree frog than meets the eye. One survival trick in particular is amazing! Read on to find out more about this, and other awesome red eyed tree frog facts …
Leafcutter Ant Facts For Kids
Many of the most amazing rainforest animals we’ve looked at have been big animals. However, one of the most incredible rainforest animals of all is very small. Leafcutter ants eat more rainforest vegetation than any other type of animal. Not only that, they actually grow their own food, and live in colonies that can contain over eight million insects! Let’s learn more leafcutter ant facts …
Boa Constrictor Facts
Boa constrictors are large snakes that are found in the wild in South and Central America and Mexico. They live in a range of habitats, but prefer humid rainforest conditions. Some people even keep these big predators as pets!
This page contains awesome boa constrictor facts for kids and adults. Read on to learn more about this fearsome rainforest snake …
Caiman Facts And Information
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…
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.
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.
