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.
This article contains Okapi facts and is part of our African Animals series.
The Okapi is an elusive animal that inhabits the rainforests of central Africa. Easily recognisable by its zebra-like markings, the okapi is actually more closely related to the giraffe.
Be sure to watch the video to see this incredible animal in its natural environment.
Let’s find out more about this rarely seen creature.
The cheetah is famous for being the world’s fastest land animal. This record-breaking cat can reach speeds of up to 75 mph (121km/h) in pursuit of its fast-moving antelope prey.
Let’s learn more about this incredible animal …
This page contains giraffe facts for kids (and adults). With their distinctive long necks and legs, giraffes are the tallest land animals in the world. They grace the African savannah with their unique beauty and peaceful, social demeanor. Let us explore the height, appetite, and life of this gentle giant. Read on for more interesting facts about giraffes…
You may have heard of the platypus, but did you know that this strange-looking Australian animal is venomous? This incredible mammal is truly unique and has several other unusual characteristics; we’ll find out about these further down the page. This article contains platypus information and pictures, plus a list of platypus facts for kids.
Oh, there’s also an awesome video for you to watch!
This page is part of our Australian Animals series.
The eating habits of the blood-sucking vampire bat have caused it to become famous in folklore and legends. Here, as part of our Rainforest Animals section, we’ll be separating vampire bat facts from the myths.
Read on for an in-depth look at these fascinating mammals. (Don’t watch the video if you’re squeamish!)
The echidna is a spiny, ant-eating animal that lives in Australia and New Guinea. What makes echidnas really special is that they are egg-laying mammals! This page contains information on the echidna and a list of echidna facts for kids.
Let’s learn more about this amazing animal.
This article is part of the Active Wild Australian Animals series.
Did you know that the dingo is a subspecies of the grey wolf? This page contains dingo facts and information, and is part of our Australian Animals series. Read on to learn more about this awesome Aussie apex predator…
Dugongs are strange-looking marine mammals that are found off the northern coast of Australia. This article contains dugong facts and information. It is part of our Australian Animals series.
Iguanas are large lizards that live in the forests of Central and South America. They have sharp teeth and long, powerful tails, but despite their fearsome looks are mainly herbivorous (plant-eating). Lets learn more facts about iguanas.
Sloths are tree-dwelling mammals that live in the rainforests of South and Central America. In this article, which is part of our Rainforest Animals series, we’ll look at the sloth’s life and habitat, and learn where it fits within the rainforest ecosystem. At the end is a list of sloth facts for kids.
This page contains tapir facts, pictures and information. It is part of our rainforest animals series.
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