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Aardvark Animalia Chordata Mammalia Tubulidentata Orycteropodidae Orycteropus Orycteropus afer Termites; Ants Cub Solitary Can move up to 2ft of soil in just 15 seconds! Unknown Habitat loss Long; sticky tongue and rabbit-like ears Antbear; Earth Pig 7 months Sandy and clay soil Omnivore 1 Nocturnal Aardvark_1 18 Sub-Saharan Africa Can move 2ft of soil in just 15 seconds! Mammal BrownGreyYellow Hair 25 mph 23 years 60kg - 80kg (130lbs - 180lbs) 1.05m - 2.20m (3.4ft - 7.3ft) 2 years 3 months column34
Adelie Penguin Animalia Chordata Aves Sphenisciformes Spheniscidae Pygoscelis Pygoscelis adeliae Krill; Fish; Squid Chicks Colony Eats up to 2kg of food per day! 5 million Rapid ice melt Small white circle around each eye 35cm - 70cm (14in - 27.5in) 2 months 90 days Antarctic land and ocean Leopard Seal; Skua Gull; Killer Whale Carnivore Diurnal Adelie Penguin 1 Coastal Antarctica 2 Eats up to 2kg of food per day! Bird Feathers 45 mph 10 - 20 years 3kg - 6kg (7lbs - 13lbs) 40cm - 75cm (16in - 30in) 2 - 3 years
African Palm Civet Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Nandiniidae Nandinia Nandinia binotata Rodents; Snakes; Frogs Pup Solitary Solitary but gathers in groups! Locally abundant Habitat loss Snout with sharp; pointed teeth Two-Spotted Palm Civet 64 days Tropical rainforest Lions; Snakes; Leopards Omnivore 2 Crepuscular African Palm Civet 1 eastern Africa Solitary but gathers in groups! Mammal BrownGreyYellowBlackWhiteTan Fur 15 - 20 years 1.4kg - 4.5kg (3lbs - 10lbs) 43cm - 71cm (17in - 28in) 2 - 3 years 2 months
Alaskan Klee Kai Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Canidae Canis Canis lupus Puppy The Alaskan Klee Kai is very vocal and isn't shy when communicating with his family. the contrasting colored facial mask with the well-defined nose bar down the center of the muzzle; and goggles around the eyes 1-5 puppies Omnivore Alaska GreyRedBlackWhite Hair 13-16 years Moderate High Cold climate High Group $1500 to $3000 Dog Non-sporting Male - lbs Female - lbs
American Water Spaniel Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Canidae Canis Canis Lupus Intelligent; quiet and calm Should be trained from an early age using short; ongoing sessions as assertive training methods tend to be ineffective Omnivore 5 American Water Spaniel Friendly and intelligent! Gun Dog BrownBlackDark Brown Hair High Moderate Warm climate High Moderate $1;000 Dog Sporting Male 30-45 lbs Female 25-40 lbs
Armyworm Animalia Arthropoda Insecta Lepidoptera Noctuidae Mythimna Mythimna unipuncta larva Solitary They are so named because they 'march' in armies of worms from one crop to another in search of food pest control Five stripes of various colors running the length of the body true armyworm moth; white-speck moth; common armyworm or rice armyworm 3.5 to 6.5 days (egg to larva) 1.5 inches 500 to 1500 eggs per adult female Agricultural crops and weedy grasses humans with pesticide treatments; bats; ground beetles; ants; spiders; bobolink blackbirds; starlings; crows wasp and fly parasitoids bacterial and fungal diseases Herbivore Insect armyworm 30 Americas; southern Europe; central Africa; and western Asia solitary Olive-GreyGrey-Brown Hair 62 mph 36-95 days 0.026 to 0.18 grams 0.063in to 1.5in larvae; 1.5in wingspan as adult 30-50 days
Australian Cattle Dog Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Canidae Canis Canis lupus Strong minded yet loyal and loving Should be trained from an early age and respond best to firm and fair training Omnivore 5 Australian Cattle Dog High energy levels and active minds! Herd Dog GreyRedBlack Hair Low Moderate Average climate High High $600 Dog Herding Male -45 lbs Female -45 lbs
Aye Aye Animalia Chordata Mammalia Primates Daubentoniidae Daubentonia Daubentonia madagascariensis Insects; Larvae; Fruit Infant Solitary Thought to be extinct until 1957! 1;000 - 10;000 Hunting and habitat loss Elongated middle finger with hooked claw 170 days Dense; tropical rainforest Human; Fossa; Birds of Prey Omnivore 1 Nocturnal Aye Aye 1 Eastern coast of Madagascar Thought to be extinct until 1957! Mammal BlackDark Brown Fur 20 mph 10 - 23 years 2kg - 2.7kg (4lbs - 6lbs) 30cm - 40cm (12in - 15in) 2 - 3 years 7 months
Baleen Whale Animalia Chordata Mammalia Artiodactyla Eschrichtiidae Eubalaena and Balaena Mysticeti Krill; fish; zooplankton; phytoplankton; and algae calves Solitary “Sings” a whale song during breeding season. 1.1 million+ Poaching/whaling Baleen (rather than teeth) whalebone whale or mysticetes 10 months 1 Warm and freezing ocean Humans; orcas Carnivore Mammal baleen whale -2 Oceanwide solitary GreyBlueBlack Skin 22 mph can be 100+ years varies between species 40+ feet 5-10 years 6-7 months
Bearded Collie Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Canidae Canis Canis lupus Loving; lively and playful Should be trained from an early age and respond well to harsh techniques Omnivore 7 Bearded Collie Weekly brushing is mandatory! Herd BrownGreyBlackWhiteTan Hair Moderate Moderate Average climate High High $550 to $750 Dog Herding Male 40-60 lbs Female 40-60 lbs
Bernese Mountain Dog Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Canidae Canis Canis Lupus Intelligent; friendly and alert Should be trained from an early age due to their large size Omnivore 7 Bernese Mountain Dog Very loyal; faithful and affectionate! Sennenhund BlackWhiteTan Hair Moderate Moderate Average climate Moderate High $1 150 Dog Working Male 84-115 lbs Female 79-106 lbs
Black And Tan Coonhound Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Canidae Canis Canis lupus This dog has its own unique howl. Large; droopy ears. Stubborn; strong; loyal; independent; and loving. Omnivore 6-8 puppies. BlackTan Hair 32 mph 10-12 years. Moderate Moderate Average climate Moderate High $650 Dog Sporting Male - lbs Female - lbs
Bloodhound Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Canidae Canis Canis lupus Kind; patient and noble Should be trained from an early age due to their large size Omnivore 7 Bloodhound Affectionate; gentle and even-tempered! Hound BrownBlackTan Hair Moderate Moderate Average climate High Moderate $700 Dog Hound Male 90-110 lbs Female 79-99 lbs
Blue Jay Animalia Chordata Aves Passeriformes Corvidae Cyanocitta Cyanocitta cristata Grasshoppers; caterpillars; beetles Nestlings Blue jays rub ants on their feather to remove harmful acids 13 million Predators and collision with man-made structures “Jay-jay” sounds while communicating and bright blue feathers 16 to 18 days Two to seven nestlings Low forest areas; oak and beech trees; city parks; residential areas Cats; hawks; owls; snakes; raccoons Omnivore DiurnalSociable Nuts; seeds; acorns; grasshoppers; caterpillars; beetles; eggs; nestlings Blue Jay 3 North America; Southern Canada Party/ band Blue Feathers 25 mph 7 years on an average 2.7 to 3.5 oz 9 to 12 inches 9 to 12 inches One year 17 to 21 days old
Blue Lacy Dog Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Canidae Canis Canis lupus Intelligent; active and alert Should be trained from an early age as they can become dominant Omnivore 5 Blue Lacy Dog Originated in Texas in the mid 1800s! Herd BrownGreyFawnBlueWhiteTanCream Hair Moderate Moderate Warm climate High Moderate $600 Dog Working Male 35-55 lbs Female 25-45 lbs
Bobolink Animalia Chordata Aves Passeriformes Icteridae Dolichonyx Dolichonyx oryzivorus Insects and insect larvae In spring; the male bobolink is the only North American bird who is dark below and light colored above. This makes identification easy. 9.7 million Habitat destruction; climate change Its song; which sounds like “Bob o’ Lincoln.” Armyworm bird; reedbird; rice bird; butterbird 11.5 inches 10-13 days 3-7 Wetlands; prairies; grassy fields Skunks; birds of prey; raccoons; snakes Omnivore bird Bobolink 1 Canada and northern United States in the spring; South America in the winter 5 Nesting On the ground among the grass one week 1 BlackCreamLight-Brown Feathers 45 mph average of five years one ounce 6.3 to 7.1 inches
Border Collie Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Canidae Canis Canis lupus Lively and intelligent Should be trained from an early age in obedience Omnivore 6 Border Collie Highly intelligent and alert breed! Herd BrownRedBlackWhite Hair High High Average climate High Moderate $700 Dog Herding Male 30-45 lbs Female 27-42 lbs
Boston Terrier Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Canidae Canis Canis lupus Strong; friendly and devoted Should be trained from an early age in a patient and understanding way Omnivore 4 Boston Terrier Friendly; lovable and very strong! Mastiff BrownGreyRedBlackWhiteTan Hair Moderate Moderate Average climate Low High $600 to over $4;000 Dog Non-sporting Male 15-25 lbs Female 10-20 lbs
Boxer Dog Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Canidae Canis Canis lupus Intelligent; fearless and strong Should be trained from an early age due to their independent nature Omnivore 8 Boxer Dog Bright; energetic and playful! Mastiff BrownBlackTan Hair Moderate Moderate Average climate High Poor $900 Dog Working Male 65-80 lbs Female 50-65 lbs
Brug Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Canidae Canis Canis lupus Puppy These small; confident dogs have no fear of approaching much larger dogs. Grifon Pug 2-3 Omnivore Mammal BrownRedBlackWhite Hair 12-15 years High High Warm climate Moderate Moderate $1;200 Dog Toy Male - lbs Female - lbs
Brussels Griffon Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivors Canidae Canis Canis lupus The Brussels Griffon prefers to live with another dog so they have a companion to play with. Friendly; cheerful; curious; charming and affectionate. Omnivore 1-3 puppies BrownRedBlueBlackTanBeige Hair 12-15 years 7-12 pounds 7-8 inches High High Average climate High High $800 to $6;300+ Dog Toy Male 6-12 lbs Female 7-12 lbs
Bull Terrier Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Canidae Canis Canis Lupus Friendly and alert but stubborn Should be trained from an early age due to their independent nature Omnivore 7 Bull Terrier Needs to be kept active! Mastiff BrownBlackWhiteTan Hair Low Moderate Warm climate High Moderate $500 and $3;500 Dog Terrier Male 55-65 lbs Female 45-55 lbs
Bulldog Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Canidae Canis Canis lupus Gentle; calm and affectionate Should be trained from an early age due to their stubborn nature Omnivore 10 Bulldog Friendly; loving and docile! Mastiff BrownFawnBlackWhiteTan Hair Moderate Moderate Average climate Moderate Moderate $1500 to $4000 Dog Non-sporting Male 50-55 lbs Female 39-50 lbs
Bullmastiff Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Canidae Canis Canis Lupus Devoted; alert and fearless Should be trained from an early age due to their independent nature Omnivore 8 BullMastiff Courageous; loyal and calm! Mastiff BrownFawnBlackTanCream Hair Moderate Moderate Average climate Moderate Moderate $1;000 to $2;000 Dog Working Male 110-130 lbs Female 100-120 lbs
Caiman Animalia Chordata Reptilia Crocodilia Alligatoridae Caimaninae Caiman crocodilus; Melanosuchus niger; Caiman yacare; Paleosuchus palpebrosus; Paleosuchus trigonatus; Caiman latirostris Fish; crustaceans; waterfowl; capybara Hatchling Social Has a transparent 3rd eyelid to protect eyes in the water! Unknown Habitat loss and hunting Eyes and nostrils located on top of the head and snout Spectacled Caiman; Black Caiman; Yacare Caiman; Cuvier's Dwarf Caiman; Smooth-Fronted Caiman; Broad-Snouted Caiman 3 months 1 - 2 years Rivers; lakes and swampland Jaguars; wild pigs; birds of prey Carnivore Nocturnal Caiman 6 Central and South America Can grow to up 6 meters long! Reptile BrownGreyBlackDull Olive Plate-like scales 25 mph 20 - 40 years 6kg - 300kg (13lbs - 660lbs) 1.5m - 6m (4.9ft - 19.7ft) 4 - 10 years
Cairn Terrier Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Canidae Canis Canis Lupus Toto from 'The Wizard of Oz' was a female Cairn Terrier named Terry. Omnivore Cairn Terrier Intelligent; lively and strong! Terrier Hair 14 years 6kg (14lbs) High Yes High Average climate Low Moderate $700 Dog Terrier Male 14-14 lbs Female 13-13 lbs
Caribou Animalia Chordata Mammalia Artiodactyla Cervidae Rangifer Rangifer tarandus Calves Herd Males and females grow antlers About 5 million Wolves; Grizzly bears; and disease Antlers Reindeer; rangifer tarandus; qalipu; tuktu 228 - 234 days 1 Tundra; woodland; mountain; forest Wolves; and Grizzly bears Herbivore Reindeer Moss; grass; shrubs; leaves; mushrooms; and sedges Mammal Caribou or reindeer 9 Canada; Alaska; Russia; Finland; Greenland; the High Arctic islands; Norway; and Iceland BrownGreyWhiteDark Grey Fur 50 mph 15 years 180 – 701+ lbs. (depending on species) 33 – 59 inches (depending on species) 64–84 inches (depending on species) 1.5 to 3.5 years 5 to 6 months
Chipoo Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Canidae Canis Canis lupus The Chipoo was first bred in the 1970s Loyal ; outgoing; and intelligent Omnivore Chipoo BrownGreyFawnBlueBlackWhiteBrindleCreamSilver Hair 12-15 years 20lbs Moderate Yes Moderate Average climate Moderate Moderate $500 or more on average Dog Toy Male 3-20 lbs Female 3-20 lbs
Clumber Spaniel Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Canidae Canis Canis lupus Clumber spaniels were a favorite companion living in the castles of many royal families in the 18th and 19th centuries. Omnivore Clumber Spaniel Has a thick; soft coat! Gun Dog WhiteOrange Hair 12 years 29kg (65lbs) Low High Warm climate Moderate Moderate $1000 Dog Sporting Male 70-85 lbs Female 55-70 lbs
Crocodile Animalia Chordata Reptilia Crocodilia Crocodylidae Crocodylus Crocodylus acutus Fish; crustaceans; deer; buffalo Hatchling Social Known to eat pebbles to aid digestion and buoyancy! Unknown Habitat loss and hunting Eyes and nostrils located on top of the head and snout American crocodile; Orinoco crocodile; Freshwater crocodile; Philippine crocodile; Mexican crocodile; Nile crocodile; New Guinea crocodile; Mugger crocodile; Estuarine crocodile; Cuban crocodile; Siamese crocodile; Dwarf crocodile; Slender-snouted crocodile 3 months 1 - 2 years Rivers; lakes; marshes; lagoons; mangrove swamps and estuaries Humans; Large felines; Birds of prey Carnivore Nocturnal Crocodile; Croc 13 North; Central and South America; Africa; Asia; Australia Have changed little in 200 million years! Reptile BrownGreyBlackDull Olive Plate-like scales 25 mph 20 - 70 years 18kg - 1;000kg (40lbs - 2;200lbs) 1.7m - 7m (5.5ft - 23ft) 4 - 12 years
Curly Coated Retriever Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Canidae Canis Canis lupus Curly coated retrievers are excellent swimmers. Omnivore Curly Coated Retriever A lively and fun-loving breed! Gun Dog BrownBlack Hair 14 years 95 lbs Moderate High Average climate Moderate High $1200 Dog Sporting Male 60-95 lbs Female 60-95 lbs
Dusky Dolphin Animalia Chordata Mammalia Cetacea Delphinidae Lagenorhynchus Lagenorhynchus obscurus Anchovies; Sardines; Squid Calf Pod Communicates using whistles; squeaks and clicks! Not Known Hunting and commercial fishing Rounded black beak and tall; curved dorsal fin 11 months Cooler waters near continental shelves Killer Whales; Sharks; Humans Carnivore 1 Diurnal/Nocturnal Dusky Dolphin 3 Across the southern hemisphere Communicates using whistles; squeaks and clicks! Mammal GreyBlueBlackWhite Smooth 23 mph 18 - 25 years 80kg - 120kg (176lbs - 264lbs) 1.6m - 2.1m (5ft - 7ft) 4 - 5 years 18 months
Dwarf Crocodile Animalia Chordata Crocodilia Crocodylidae Osteolaemus Osteolaemus tetraspis Fish; Crustaceans; Frogs Hatchling Solitary Digs burrows in river banks to rest! 25;000 - 100;000 Habitat loss and hunting Short and broad snout African Dwarf Crocodile; Black Crocodile; Bony Crocodile; Broad-Snouted Crocodile; Rough-Backed Crocodile 3 months Up to a few weeks Rainforest rivers and swamps Crocodiles; Large Birds and Mammals Carnivore Nocturnal Dwarf Crocodile 2 West Africa 10 Digs burrows in river banks to rest! Reptile GreyYellowBlack Scales 11 mph 40 - 75 years 18kg - 32kg (40lbs - 70lbs) 1.7m - 1.9m (5.5ft - 6.25ft) 4 - 5 years
Eastern Bluebird Animalia Chordata Aves Passeriformes Turdidae Sialia Sialia sialis Insects; snails; spiders; beetles; earthworms; grasshoppers; katydids; crickets and other small invertebrates. Bluebirds drop straight down on their prey from their perch; much like leopards. 20 million Habitat destruction; invasive species; pet cats The bright blue color of the male’s feathers Blue robin 9.8 to 12.6 inches across About two weeks. Three to seven Habitat includes farmland; open country; parks; orchards; backyards; hedgerows Rodents; black bears; raccoons; snakes; cats; birds of prey and fire ants. Omnivore Bird Bluebird 8 North and Central America east of the Rocky Mountains 7 Nesting Abandoned woodpecker hole or other tree cavities a few feet from the ground. 15 days 1 RedBlueWhiteOrange Feathers 17 mph Six to 10 years 0.95 to 1.2 ounces 6.3 to 8.3 inches
Elk Animalia Chordata Mammalia Artiodactyla Cervidae Cervus Cervus canadensis Baby ground-dwelling birds Calf Herd Adult males can jump eight feet vertically Unknown Diseases; parasites Large male antlers and bugling sound Wapiti; red deer 240-262 days 1 Mountain meadows; forests; forest edges Omnivore Cervid Elk; wapiti 14 North America; Central Asia; East Asia Herd or solitary Brown Hair 40 mph 10-15 years in the wild; 20 years in captivity 171-600kg (377-1;300lbs) 0.75-1.5m (2ft 6in-4ft 11in) 1.6-2.7m (5ft 3in-8ft 10in) 16 months 2 months
English Shepherd Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Canidae Canis Canis lupus Intelligent; shy and devoted Omnivore English Shepherd Highly intelligent and independent! Herd BlackWhiteTanBrindle Hair 14 years 27kg (60lbs) Low Moderate Average climate High High $800 to $4;000 Dog Working Male 45-60 lbs Female 40-50 lbs
Finnish Spitz Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Canidae Canis Canis lupus Likes to bark a lot! Omnivore Finnish Spitz Likes to bark a lot! North RedGold Hair 15 years 33lbs High Moderate Cold climate High Moderate $1;000 to $2;000 Dog Non-sporting Male 25-33 lbs Female 20-28 lbs
Flat-Coated Retriever Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Canidae Canis Canis lupus Flat-Coated Retrievers are one of the oldest retriever breeds they were bred beginning in the 19th century. Omnivore Flat-Coated Retriever A game retrieving gun-dog! Gun Dog Hair 12 years 32kg (70lbs) High Moderate Average climate High High $1;500 to $2;500 Dog Sporting Male 60-70 lbs Female 60-70 lbs
Florida Panther Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Felidae Puma Puma concolor couguar white-tail deer kittens Solitary Florida panthers can leap more than 4.5 meters (15 feet) in the air. 125 Man Crooked tail Florida mountain lion; Florida cougar; Florida puma 92-96 days 1-3 Forests; wetlands; and grasslands Man Carnivore Mammals Florida panther 1 Southeast U.S. Solitary WhiteTan Hair 25 mph 45kg-73kg (100lbs-160lbs) 0.6m- 0.7m(24in-28in) 1.8m – 2.3m (6ft-7.5ft) 18 –36 months 3-4 months
Flying Lemur Animalia Chordata Mammalia Dermoptera Cynocephalidae Insects Infant Mainly solitary The second pair of upper incisors in a flying lemur has a double root; which is unique for mammals. 101;000 Habitat destruction; hunting Its ability to glide Colugo; cobego; flying cat; kagwang 60 days for the Sunda; 105 days for the Philippine 1 or 2 Tropical rain forests Humans; snakes; Philippine eagle Herbivore Mammal Flying lemur 2 Southeast Asia Mostly solitary though can form small groups BrownGreyRedBlackWhite Fur 22.5 mph About 15 to 17.5 years in captivity Sunda: 2 to 4.5 pounds Philippine 2.2 to 3.85 pounds Sunda 19.88 to 27.17 inches Philippine; 13 to 15 inches 2 to 3 years 6 months
Fossa Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Eupleridae Cryptoprocta Cryptoprocta ferox Lemurs; Frogs; Lizards Cub Solitary Most closely related to the Mongoose! Less than 2;500 Habitat loss Webbed toes and retractable claws 3 months Dense tropical forest Human; Crocodile Carnivore 2 Nocturnal Fossa 1 Madagascar Most closely related to the Mongoose! Mammal BrownRedBlack Fur 35 mph 15 - 20 years 7kg - 12kg (15lbs - 28.5lbs) 61cm - 80cm (24in - 32in)) 4 years 4 months
German Shorthaired Pointer Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Canidae Canis Canis lupus German Shorthaired Pointers are used by the Air Force; TSA; and other organizations to sniff out explosives. Unique markings on body 8-12 puppies Omnivore BrownBlackWhiteDark BrownChocolate Hair 12-14 years 45-60 lbs 21-25 inches Moderate High Average climate High High $800 to $4;000 Dog Sporting Male 45-60 lbs Female 45-60 lbs
Gharial Animalia Chordata Reptilia Crocodilia Gavialidae Gavialis Gavialis gangeticus Fish; crustaceans; waterfowl; frogs Hatchling Solitary Males blow bubbles using the bump on their snout! 182 Habitat loss and hunting Long and slender snout Indian gharial; Fish-eating gharial; Gavial 3 months 1 - 2 years Wide and calm slow-moving rivers Humans; Snakes; Birds of prey Carnivore Nocturnal Gharial 2 Northern India and Nepal Found in the murky waters of Northern India! Reptile GreyOlive Plate-like scales 15 mph 30 - 50 years 150kg - 250kg (330.7lbs - 551lbs) 3.6m - 6.5m (11.8ft - 21ft) 10 years
Giant Panda Bear Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Ursidae Ailuropoda Ailuropoda melanoleuca Bamboo; Fruits; Rodents Cub Solitary Bamboo makes up 99 per cent of their diet! 2;000 Habitat loss Extension of wrist bone acts as a thumb Giant Bear Cat; Bamboo Bear 5 months High-altitude; moist bamboo forest Omnivore 1 Diurnal/Nocturnal Giant Panda; Giant Panda Bear 1 Mountains of central China Bamboo makes up 99 per cent of their diet! Mammal BrownBlackWhite Fur 20 mph 20 - 35 years 110kg - 250kg (242lbs - 551lbs) 1.5m - 1.8m (4.9ft - 6ft) 4 - 8 years 12 - 15 months
Gopher Tortoise Animalia Chordata Reptilia Testudines Testudinidae Gopherus Gopherus polyphemus Insects (occasionally) neonate; hatchling Solitary/Group It is the only species of tortoise native to Florida. 700;000 habitat destruction Front legs resembling shovels Florida gopher tortoise 90 days 1-23 Pine Flatwoods; Pine-Oak sandhills; Rocklands; grasslands humans; birds of prey; cats and dogs; coyotes; raccoons; wild boars; bobcats Herbivore Reptile gopher tortoise 1 southeastern United States colony; pod BrownYellowGrey-Brown Leather 4.9 mph 40-60 years 8-15lbs 9in-11in 9-21 years 3-5 days
Greenland Shark Animalia Chordata Chondrichthyes Squaliformes Somniosidae Somniosus Somniosus microcephalus Smaller sharks and small whales; herring; cod and other fish; seals and squid. Pup Largely solitary This shark has the longest lifespan of any vertebrate. Several thousand Climate change; overfishing Their great age. Gurry; eqalussuaq; grey shark; sleeper shark Eight to 18 years 10 Deep; cold; waters of the North Atlantic and the Arctic Oceans. Humans Carnivore Greenland shark food includes fish; marine mammals and carrion. Fish Greenland Shark 1 Canada; Greenland; Iceland School or shiver GreyBlack-Brown Rough -0.24 mph 250 to 500 years 2200 pounds 21 feet 150 years
Guinea Pig Animalia Chordata Mammalia Rodentia Caviidae Cavia Cavia porcellus Grass; Seeds; Flowers Pup Herd Communicate using chirps; squeaks and burbles! Unknown Habitat loss and hunting Four large front teeth Cavy; Little Pig 58 - 72 days Grassland and mountain slopes Herbivore 4 Diurnal Guinea Pig 5 South America Natively found in the Andes Mountain range! Mammal BrownGreyBlackWhiteOrange Fur 5.5 mph 3 - 8 years 0.5kg - 1.5kg (1lbs - 3.5lbs) 20cm - 40cm (8in - 16in) 3 months 3 weeks
Harbor Seal Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Phocidae Phoca Phoca vitulina Aquatic animals and ducks Pup Solitary/Group Harbor seals can dive as deep as 1400 feet 350;000 to 500;000 Human activity; including hunting and pollution of habitat Their whiskers. Unlike other mammals; whose whisker follicles have two blood sinuses; the harbor seal’s whiskers have three. Common seal; Western Atlantic common seal; Eastern Atlantic common seal; Ungava or Lacs des Loups Marins seal; Pacific common seal; Insular seal About nine months 1 Coastal waters of the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans; the Baltic Sea and the North Sea Humans; sharks; polar bears; wolves; coyotes; killer whales Carnivore Fish; crustaceans; mollusks; ducks Mammal Harbor seal 5 Western Asia; eastern Asia; Europe and North America BrownGreyWhiteTan Fur 12 mph 30 to 35 years for females; 20 to 25 years for males 370 pounds 6.1 feet 3.72 years for females; 4 to 5 years for males Four to six weeks
Havanese Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Canidae Canis Canis lupus Havanese dogs are known to be overly attached to their owner families; often bonding with young children and older adults alike Omnivore Havanese These are the only dogs that are native to Cuba Toy Hair 15 years 13lbs Silent Yes High Average climate Low High $800 to $1;200 Dog Toy Male 7-13 lbs Female 7-13 lbs
Hawaiian Monk Seal Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Phocidae Neomonachus Neomonachus schauinslandi Fish; lobster; crab; octopus and squid Pup Mainly solitary Hawaiian name is 'Ilio-holo-i-ka-uaua;' meaning 'the dog which runs in rough waters. 1400 Habitat loss Folds of skin around neck that look like a monk's robe Ilioholokauaua (the dog which runs in rough waters); na mea hulu (the furry one) and iliokai (seadog) 9 months 1 Northwestern Hawaiian Islands' waters and beaches Sharks Carnivore Mammal Monk seal Hawaiian inslands 2 Northwestern Hawaiian Islands colony or rookery GreyWhite Fur 5 mph 30 years 7-8 feet 4 years 1.5 months
Hippopotamus Animalia Chordata Mammalia Artiodactyla Hippopotamidae Hippopotamus Hippopotamus amphibius Grasses; Grain; Flowers Calf Herd Has pink anti-bacterial sweat! 150;000 Hunting and habitat loss Ears; eyes and nostrils on top of the head Common Hippopotamus; Water Horse 240 days Lakes; rivers and wetlands Herbivore 1 Nocturnal Hippopotamus 1 Sub-Saharan Africa Has pink anti-bacterial sweat! Mammal BrownGreyBlackPink Leather 30 mph 40 - 50 years 1tonne - 4.5tonnes (2;200lbs - 9;900lbs) 2m - 5m (6.5ft - 16.5ft) 6 - 14 years 18 months
Hoary Bat Animalia Chordata Mammalia Chiroptera Vespertilionidae Lasiurus Lasiurus cinereus Insects Pups Solitary/Group The hoary bat travels hundreds of miles south for the winter Unknown Habitat loss The white-tipped fur None Unknown 1-4 pups Forests and trees Hawks; owls; kestrels; and snakes Carnivore Mammal Hoary Bat 1 The Americas BrownGreyYellowBlackWhite Hair 13 mph 6-7 years 20-35g (1oz) 13-15cm (5-6in) 43cm (17in) with wings extended About a year 34 days
Ibizan Hound Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Canidae Canis Canis lupus The first two Ibizan Hounds brought to the United States were Colonel and Mrs. Consuelo Seoane. Omnivore Ibizan Hound Intelligent; active and engaging by nature! South FawnRedWhite Hair 14 years 50 pounds Moderate Moderate Warm climate High Moderate $1;500 to $2;000 Dog Sporting Male 45-50 lbs Female 40-45 lbs
Japanese Macaque Animalia Chordata Mammalia Primates Cercopithecidae Macaca Macaca fuscata Fruit; Young Leaves; Seeds Infant Troop Has cheek pouches for storing food! 50;000 Habitat loss Red and human-like; naked face Snow Monkey 5 - 6 months Tropical forest and mountains Human; Wolf; Feral Dog Omnivore 1 Diurnal Japanese Macaque 2 Throughout Japan Has cheek pouches for storing food! Mammal BrownGrey Fur 25 - 32 years 5kg - 14kg (11lbs - 31lbs) 80cm - 95cm (31.5in - 37.5in) 4 - 5 years 20 months
Japanese Spitz Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Canidae Canis Canis lupus The Japanese Spitz is sometimes referred to as a cloud dog. Pure white coat with a mane-like neck. Charming; playful; affectionate; and loyal. Omnivore White Hair 10-16 years 10-25 pounds 12-15 inches Moderate High Cold climate Moderate High $1;000 to $2;500 for a new puppy Dog Non-sporting Male 10-25 lbs Female 10-23 lbs
Kangal Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Canidae Canis Canis lupus Can run up to 35 miles per hour (56km). Dark muzzle and ears Anatolian Shepherd Loyal; protective; calm 5-10 puppies Omnivore Sivas; Turkey GreyFawnBlackGoldCream Hair Moderate Low Average climate High Moderate $1200-$2500 Dog Working Male 110-145 lbs Female 90-120 lbs
Komodo Dragon Animalia Chordata Reptilia Squamata Varanidae Varanus Varanus komodoensis Pigs; Deer; Water Buffalo Pup Solitary Only found on five Indonesian islands! 3;000 - 5;000 Hunting and habitat loss Long and deep forked tongue to taste the air Komodo Monitor 8 -9 months On hatching Open woodland and hillsides Carnivore 20 Diurnal Komodo Dragon 1 Komodo National Park Only found on five Indonesian islands Reptile BrownGreyCream Scales 11 mph 25 - 40 years 70kg - 150kg (150lbs - 300lbs) 2m - 3.1m (6.6ft - 10.3ft) 5 years
Leopard Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Felidae Panthera Panthera pardus Deer; Warthog; Rodents Cub Solitary Spends much of the time high in the trees! Stable Trophy hunting and habitat loss Dense patterned fur and long; sharp teeth Panther 90 - 105 days Rainforest; grassland and mountainous regions Carnivore 3 Nocturnal Leopard 7 Sub-Saharan Africa and southern Asia Spends much of the time high in the trees! Mammal YellowBlackDark BrownGolden Fur 30 mph 10 - 15 years 30kg - 90kg (66lbs - 198lbs) 100cm - 190cm (40in - 75in) 2 - 2.5 years 3 months
Lion Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Felidae Panthera Panthera leo Antelope; Warthog; Zebra Cub Pride Lives in small groups called prides! 23;000 Habitat loss Long and thick hairy mane of the male around the face African Lion 110 days open woodland; scrub; grassland Carnivore 3 Diurnal/Nocturnal Lion 2 sub-Saharan Africa Lives in small groups called prides! Mammal BrownGoldTawnyBlonde Fur 35 mph 8 - 15 years 120kg - 249kg (264lbs - 550lbs) 1.4m - 2.5m (4.7ft - 8.2ft) 2 - 3 years 6 months
Marmoset Animalia Chordata Mammalia Primates Callitrichidae Callithrix Callihrix jacchus Frogs; snails; lizards; spiders; insects. baby TroopGroup 2;500 Deforestation and trafficking. Small long-tailed body with non-opposable thumbs Common marmoset; zaris; sagoin. 4-5 months one to four Tropical forests; rainforest. Raptors; snakes; owls; wild cats; other mammals; other birds. Omnivore mammal Marmoset 22 South America BrownBlackOrangeSilver Fur 24 mph 12-16 years; though may live longer than 20 years in captivity 3.5 – 13 ounces 7+ inches 16-26 inches; with tail 477 days for females 382 days for males. 6 months
Miniature Husky Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Canidae Canis Canis lupus The Miniature Husky has a double coat that it sheds twice annually. Also; some people confuse them with Alaskan Klee Kai; which have similar blue eyes. Energetic; athletic; playful; friendly; intelligent Omnivore 9-11 BrownGreyRedBlackWhite Hair 12-15 years Up to 35 pounds Up to 17 inches Moderate High Warm climate High High $1;500-$2;500 Dog Working Male 25-35 lbs Female 20-30 lbs
Miniature Pinscher Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Canidae Canis Canis lupus Stable rodents were kept in check by using it as a barnyard ratter. Its high stepping; hackney gait. High energy; brave and intelligent. Omnivore 3-6 puppies. GreyFawnRedBlueBlackChocolate Hair 15 mph 15 years. Moderate High Average climate Moderate Moderate $1;000 - $3;000. Dog Toy Male - lbs Female - lbs
Natterjack Animalia Chordata Amphibia Anura Bufonidae Epidalea Epidalea calamita Worms; spiders; woodlice Tadpole Solitary Can lay up to 7500 eggs Unknown Habitat loss Yellow stripe on its back Running toad 8 to 15 days 7500+ Sandy pieces of land Hedgehogs; foxes; herons Carnivore Amphibian Natterjack toad 1 Europe Solitary BrownYellowGreenCream Permeable 10-15 years 0.14 - 0.67 ounces 1 inch 2-3 inches 2 years 3-4 weeks
Neapolitan Mastiff Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Canidae Canis Canis lupus Neapolitan Mastiff dogs have a rather famous history; dating back to the Roman Empire and Julius Caesar. Omnivore Neapolitan Mastiff Fearless and extremely protective of it's home! Mastiff BlueBlackBrindleTawnyBlack-Brown Hair 10 years 200 lbs Moderate High Cold climate Low Moderate $5;600 to $8;500 Dog Working Male 150-200 lbs Female 120-175 lbs
Nyala Animalia Chordata Mammalia Artiodactyla Bovidae Tragelaphus Tragelaphus angasii Calf Gregarious They have a high-pitched alarm call that sounds like a barking dog. 30;000; conservation status is least concern Poaching; loss of habitat to an extent Males and females are so different that they can be taken for different species. Lowland nyala 7 to 8 months 1 Dry savannas and woodland near fresh water Lions; leopards; wild dogs; baboons; birds of prey and hyenas and humans Herbivore Mammal Nyala 1 Southeastern Africa Herd BrownYellowWhite Hair 36 mph 18.5 year Males weigh 216 to 275.6 pounds; females 121 to 150 pounds Males stand 3.6 feet high at the shoulder; females about 2.95 feet 53 to 77 inches 11 to 12 months for females; 18 months for males 7 months
Panther Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Felidae Panthera Panthera pardus; Panthera onca Deer; Tapir; Wild Boar Cub Solitary Prefers to hunt at night than during the day! Not Known Habitat loss Bright emerald green eyes Black Panther; Black Leopard; Black Jaguar 90 - 105 days Forest; swampland and grasslands Carnivore 3 Nocturnal Panther 31 Asia; Africa; America Prefers to hunt at night than during the day! Mammal BlackDark Brown Fur 71 mph 12 - 15 years 36kg - 160kg (79lbs - 350lbs) 1.1m - 1.9m (43in - 75in) 3 - 4 years 3 months
Pere Davids Deer Animalia Chordata Mammalia Artiodactyla Cervidae Elaphurus Elaphurus davidianus Fawn Social Less than 2;000 Loss of habitat and hunting Long legs; webbed feet; spread hooves Long legs; webbed feet; spread hooves Milu; Elaphure 9 Months 1 Swamps and marshlands Tigers; humans Herbivore 1 Diurnal Pere David's Deer Northeastern and east-central China Has webbing between its toes; aiding in swimming! Mammal Hair 18 mph 18 years 298 - 441 lbs 3.9 ft 6.5 ft - 7.21 ft 2 years and 3 months 3 Months
Peregrine Falcon Animalia Chordata Aves Falconiformes Falconidae Falco Falco peregrinus Birds; mammals; insects Eyases Pair Fastest animal on Earth 140;000 Pesticide use Dark head feathers and hooked beak Peregrine; duck hawk 29-33Days 2-5 Various Eagles; owls Carnivore Falcon Peregrine falcon 1 Global BrownGreyWhite Feathers 242 mph 15 years 0.3kg-1.5kg (0.7lbs-3.3lbs) 0.25m-0.6m (0.7ft-2ft) 0.3m-1.2m (1ft-4ft) 3 years 2 months
Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Canidae Canis Canis lupus A small dog with a big; lively personality. Alert; friendly; and outgoing Omnivore Scent Hound Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen FawnBlackWhiteTan Hair 14 years 40 lbs High High Average climate High High At least $1;200 Dog Hound Male 27-40 lbs Female 27-40 lbs
Pit Bull Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Canidae Canis Canis lupus It is a myth that pit bulls have locking jaws. A stocky; muscular build and a short; smooth coat. Stubborn; loyal; friendly; obedient; intelligent Omnivore 5 United Kingdom BrownGreyFawnRedBlueBlackWhiteTanBlack-Brown Hair Moderate Moderate Warm climate Moderate Poor $500-2;500 (95% pure; pets only) $2;500-6;000 (well-known breeder) Dog Terrier Male 29-80 lbs Female 24-75 lbs
Polar Bear Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Ursidae Ursus Ursus maritimus Seal; Walrus; Seabirds Cub Solitary Could be extinct within the next 30 years! 20;000 - 25;000 Global warming Clear not white fur and black skin Nanuuq 6 - 9 months Coastal ice fields and floating ice Carnivore 2 Diurnal Polar Bear 1 Arctic Ocean Could be extinct within the next 30 years! Mammal YellowWhite Fur 25 mph 20 - 30 years 150kg - 600kg (330lbs - 1;322lbs) 2m - 2.5m (6.5ft - 8.3ft) 3 - 5 years 2 - 3 years
Puma Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Felidae Puma Felis concolor Rats; Deer; Sheep Cub Solitary Has longer back legs than front legs! 50;000 Habitat loss Has a solid-coloured coat of fur Cougar; Mountain Lion 3 months mountain forest and jungle Carnivore 4 Crepuscular Puma 7 North and South America Has longer back legs than front legs! Mammal BrownGreyYellowRed Fur 30 mph 10 - 15 years 67kg - 105kg (148lbs - 231.5lbs) 1.1m - 2m (43in - 78.7in) 2 - 3 years 2 months
Quetzal Animalia Chordata Aves Trogoniformes Trogonidae Pharomachrus; Euptilotis Pharomachrus; Euptilotis Fruits; Berries; Insects Chick Solitary The tail feathers of the male can be 1m long! 50;000 Habitat loss and capture Soft and deep but loud calls Trogon 18 days 4 weeks High and moist cloud forests Squirrels; Owls; Hawks Omnivore Crepuscular Quetzal 6 Central America 2 The tail feathers of the male can be 1m long! Bird BrownGreyRedBlueWhiteGreen Feathers 20 - 25 years 200g - 225g (7oz - 8oz) 35cm - 40.5cm (14in - 16in) 5 - 6 years
Quokka Animalia Chordata Mammalia Diprotodontia Macropodidae Setonix Setonix brachyurus Grasses; Leaves; Fruits Joey Family units Makes runways through the long grasses! 20;000 Habitat loss Rounded body; ears and snout 27 days Dense vegetation close to water Foxes; Cats; Dogs Herbivore 1 Nocturnal Quokka 1 south-west Australia Makes runways through the long grasses! Mammal BrownGreyRed Fur 20 mph 5 - 10 years 1.5kg - 4.5kg (3.3lbs - 10lbs) 40cm - 54cm (16in - 19in) 10 - 12 months 8 months
Rat Terrier Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Canidae Canis Canis lupus Rat terriers were popular with farmers before 1930 because of their ability to kill rodents. Perceptive and stubborn Omnivore Terrier Rat Terrier FawnBlueBlackWhiteChocolate Hair 15 - 18 years 35 lbs High Moderate Warm climate Moderate High $700 Dog Terrier Male 12-35 lbs Female 12-35 lbs
Red Finch Animalia Chordata Aves Passeriformes Fringillidae Haemorhous Haemorhous mexicanus Grains; seeds; flowers Chick Social Red finches can form flocks of over 100 birds. 67 million - 1.7 billion in North America Captured for pets Bright red breast of male House finch 12 to 17 days 3-6 Desert grassland; open desert; oak savannah; suburban areas; shrubland Domesticated cats; skunks; hawks; raccoons; snakes; rats; Blue jays Herbivore Bird Red finch 3 United States; Canada; Mexico Social BrownRedWhite Feathers 139 months 0.67 to 0.78 oz 3-4 in 5.5 i 1 year 19 days
Red Fox Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Canidae Vulpes Vulpes vulpes Rabbits; mice; voles; birds; frogs; fish; eggs; and fruits and vegetables Kits or pups Family units The red fox actually has many different variations of fur; including silver and brown. Millions Hunting The bushy tail Silver fox or cross fox 49-55 days 1-13 Forests; grasslands; tundra; prairie; deserts; and mountains Wolves; cougars; lynxes; bobcats; eagles; and owls Omnivore 1-13 Red fox 1 North America; Europe; Asia; North Africa; and Australia BrownGreyRedBlackSilver Hair 31 mph 2-4 years in the wild; 10-12 in captivity 6.5-24 lbs 16 inches 36-42 inches 10 months 56-70 days
River Otter Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Musteliodae Lontra Lontra canadensis Fish; frogs; crayfish; birds; and reptiles Pups or kittens SolitaryGroupPair The river otter can hold its breath for up to 8 minutes Over 100;000 Loss of habitat Long; narrow body American otter; fish otter 58 days one to six Ponds; lakes; rivers Bobcats; coyotes; alligators; raptors Carnivore mammal river otter 13 North America social Brown Fur 15 mph nine years 18 pounds 3 to 4 feet 2 to 3 years 14 weeks
Roe Deer Animalia Chordata Mammalia Artiodactyla Cervidae Capreolus Capreolus capreolus Fawn Herd The roe is one of the most popular game animals in Europe 15 million mature individuals Habitat loss and hunting The male’s prominent antlers The western roe deer; European roe; or roebuck Up to 10 months 1-3 fawns Forests; grasslands; and meadows Wolves; lynxes; and foxes Herbivore Grass; leaves; berries; and buds Mammal Roe Deer 1 Europe and Western Asia BrownBlackWhite Hair 37 mph 10-15 years 22-30kg (48-66lbs) 95-135cm (3-4.4ft) 105-120cm (3.5-4ft) 14-36 months 4-5 months
Rooster Animalia Chordata Aves Galliformes Phaisianidae Gallus Gallus domesticus Insects Chick Sociable Will mate with the entire flock! 23 billion Humans; predators Bushy tailfeathers Cock; cockerel; capon 21 days 2 to 4 Farms Foxes; coyotes; raccoons Omnivore Bird Rooster 1 Worldwide Flock BrownRedBlueBlackWhiteGreen Feathers 9 mph 8 to 15 years 2 to 3 feet tall 10 to 16 inches 16 to 26 weeks 2 months
Roseate Spoonbill Animalia Chordata Aves Ciconiiformes Threskiornithidae Ajaja Ajaja ajaja Minnows; Shrimp; Insects Chick Flock The only Spoonbill in the western hemisphere! Sustainable Water pollution A long; spatula-shaped bill 110cm - 130cm (43in - 51in) 3 weeks 1 month Shallow wetlands and mangrove swamps Alligators; Coyotes; Humans Omnivore Diurnal Roseate Spoonbill 1 Gulf Coast; Central and South America 3 The only Spoonbill in the western hemisphere! Bird RedBlackWhitePink Feathers 10 - 15 years 1.2kg - 1.8kg (2.6lbs - 4lbs) 60cm - 80cm (23.6in - 31.4in) 3 - 4 years
Rottweiler Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Canidae Canis Canis lupus Loyal; affectionate; calm; quiet; sensitive and protective Carnivore Rottweiler Strong; loyal and self-assured! Working BlackTan Hair 12 years 132lbs Low Moderate Warm climate Moderate Moderate $1;150 Dog Working Male 110-132 lbs Female 77-105 lbs
Saiga Animalia Chordata Mammalia Artiodactyla Bovidae Saiga Saiga tatarica calves Herd Large noses help filter out dust 50;000-150;000 poaching Large nose with downward-facing nostrils 5 months 1-2 arid grasslands; steppes wolves; dogs; foxes; humans Herbivore Herd grasses; lichen Antelope Saiga 2 Central Asia BrownGreyYellow Hair 80 mph 10-12yrs 30-45kg (66-99lbs) 0.6-0.8m (2-2.5 ft) 1-1.5m (3.2-5ft) 8 months to 2 years 4 months
Saluki Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Canidae Canis Canis lupus Puppy The Saluki is one of the fastest dog breeds in the world. 4-8 puppies Omnivore Fertile Crescent FawnRedWhiteGoldTanCream Hair 43 mph 10-17 years Moderate Moderate Warm climate High Moderate $1;000 to $2;500 Dog Hound Male - lbs Female - lbs
Siberian Ibex Animalia Chordata Mammalia Cetartiodactyla Bovidae Capra Capra sibirica Kid Gregarious There’s a population of Siberian ibex in New Mexico Around 256;573 individuals in the wild; but its conservation status is near threatened. Humans; snow leopards; habitat destruction The male’s huge; curved; ridged horns Gobi ibex; Mongolian ibex; Himalayan ibex; Central Asian ibex; Altai ibex; Tian Shan ibex About 6 months 1 Mountains; rocky; semi-arid places; alpine meadows Humans; snow leopards; golden eagles; wild dogs; wolves; wolverines Herbivore Mammal Siberian Ibex 1 Central Asia Herd BrownGreyBlack Hair 43.5 mph 15 to 17 years; 22 in captivity 66 to 220 pounds 26 to 43 inches at the shoulder 51 to 65 inches Two years for females; as long as five years for males Five to eight months
Sperm Whale Animalia Chordata Mammalia Cetacea Physeteridae Physeter Physeter macrocephalus Squid; sharks; skates; fish Pod/Solitary Holds breath for up to 90 minutes at a time 300;000 to 450;000 Human activity; climate change Size and huge head Cone-shaped teeth and enormous body size Cachalot 14 to 16 months Water Salt 6 - 9 Ocean Sharks; Humans; Killer Whales Carnivore 1 Squid Cetacean Common nam Sperm Whale 4 Each tooth weighs 1kg! GreyWhite Smooth 23 mph Up to 60 years 35 to 45 tons 49 to 59 feet
Squirrelfish Animalia Chordata Actinopterygii Beryciformes Holocentridae Holocentrus Holocentrus adscensionis Meroplankton; shrimp Fry Social Uses vibrations to communicate with other fish Habitat loss Large protuberant eyes Soldierfish; striped squirrelfish 48-72 hours Water Salt 8.1-8.4 500-1;000 Tropical and subtropical reefs Larger fish and sea birds Carnivore Social Fish Squirrelfish 70 Atlantic Ocean School RedSilver Scales 2-4 years 1-2 inches 6-10 inches 5 inches
Stabyhoun Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Canidae Canis Canis lupus It is a versatile; all-around working breed and pet. Stabij; Stabijhoun; Fryske Stabij; Beike; Dutch Stabyhoun; Stabij; Frisian Pointer Gentle; sensitive; and active Omnivore Stabyhoun BlackWhiteOrangeChocolate Hair 12 to 15 years 55lbs High Moderate Cold climate Moderate High $1;000-$3;200 Dog Sporting Male 50-55 lbs Female 45-50 lbs
Tasmanian Tiger Animalia Chordata Mammalia Dasyuromorphia †Thylacinidae †Thylacinus †Thylacinus cynocephalus Birds; kangaroos; wombats; emus; possums; wallabies. echidnas; bettongs; bandicoots; potoroos and small livestock Joey Solitary The Tasmanian tiger could open its mouth almost 90 degrees. Possibly extinct Humans Marsupial pouch Tasmanian wolf; thylacine; kaparunina; loarinna; laoonana; coorinna; kanunnah; cab-berr-one-nen-er; lagunta; can-nen-ner Two weeks; possibly Two to four joeys Grasslands and forests; rainforests None; save humans and dingos Carnivore Marsupial Tasmanian tiger 1 Tasmania Solitary TanDark Brown Fur Eight to 10 years 18 to 66 pounds 24 inches at the shoulder 39 to 51 inches plus 20 to 26-inch tail Unknown Two months
Texas Spiny Lizard Animalia Chordata Reptilia Squamata Phrynosomatidae Sceloporus Sceloporus olivaceous Beetles; wasps; grasshoppers Hatchling Solitary They hold push-up competitions! Unknown Predators Blue patches on male’s belly Tree lizard; fence lizard 90 to 100 days 4 to 20 Forests; scrublands; backyards Snakes; raptors; weasels; lizards Carnivore Reptile Texas spiny lizard 10 Mexico; U.S. Lounge BrownGreyBlackWhite Scales 35 mph 2 to 7 years 2 inches 8 to 12 inches 1 year At birth
Umbrellabird Animalia Chordata Aves Passeriformes Cotingidae Cephalopterus Cephalopterus Fruit; Frogs; Insects Chick Solitary Migrates up and down the mountains! Declining Habitat loss Umbrella-like crest and black feathers 66cm - 71cm (26in - 28in) Water Saltwater 1 month 8 - 10 weeks Low and high altitude rainforest Omnivore Diurnal Umbrellabird 3 Central and South America 1 Migrates up and down the mountains! Bird Black Feathers 12 - 20 years 320g - 570g (11.3oz - 20oz) 38cm - 50cm (15in - 20in) 2 - 4 years nan
Unau (Linnaeus’s Two-Toed Sloth) Animalia Chordata Mammalia Pilosa Choloepodidae Choloepus Choloepodidae didactylus Insects; small vertebrates Baby sloths; pups Solitary Its top speed is 0.17mph Unknown Predation; habitat loss; car collisions Two toes on front legs Linnaeus's two-toed sloth; Linne's two-toed sloth; Megalonychidae 6 months 1 Rainforests harpy eagles; jaguars; ocelots; anaconda snakes; domestic dogs; and humans Omnivore Vegetation; insects; small vertebrates Xenarthran unau; two-toed sloth; southern two toed-sloth 1 South America BrownGreyGreen Hair 0.17 mph 20-40 years 8.8-17.6lbs 23-28 inches 3 years for females; 4-5 years for males 1 year
Vampire Bat Animalia Chordata Mammalia Chiroptera Phyllostomidae Desmodontinae Cows; Pigs; Tapir Pup Solitary Have a heat sensor on the end of their nose! Sustainable Habitat loss Razor-sharp front teeth 3 - 4 months 15cm - 18cm (5.9in - 7in) Tropical and subtropical regions Eagles. Hawks; Humans Carnivore 1 Nocturnal Vampire Bat 3 Central and South America Have a heat sensor on the end of their nose! Mammal BrownGreyBlack Fur 25 mph 8 - 12 years 19g - 57g (0.7oz - 2oz) 7cm - 9.5cm (2.75in - 3.75in) 9 - 10 months 3 - 5 months
Unau Linnaeuss Two-Toed Sloth Animalia Chordata Mammalia Pilosa Choloepodidae Choloepus Choloepodidae didactylus Insects; small vertebrates Baby sloths; pups Solitary Its top speed is 0.17mph Unknown Predation; habitat loss; car collisions Two toes on front legs Linnaeus's two-toed sloth; Linne's two-toed sloth; Megalonychidae 6 months 1 Rainforests harpy eagles; jaguars; ocelots; anaconda snakes; domestic dogs; and humans Omnivore Vegetation; insects; small vertebrates Xenarthran unau; two-toed sloth; southern two toed-sloth 1 South America BrownGreyGreen Hair 0.17 mph 20-40 years 8.8-17.6lbs 23-28 inches 3 years for females; 4-5 years for males 1 year
Wandering Albatross Animalia Chordata Aves Procellariiforms Diomedeidae Diomedea Diomedea exulans Cephalopods; crustaceans; fish Chick Solitary/Pairs Featured in “The Rime of the Ancient Mariner” 25;500 Longline fishing Enormous wingspan Goonie; snowy albatross; white-winged albatross; great albatross 3-4 meters (10 to 12 feet) 11 weeks 7-8 months 1 Juveniles – skua; sheathbill; cat; goat; pig adults – none Carnivore Bird Albatross 1 Southern oceans BlackWhitePink Feathers 67 mph Over 50 years 5.9-12.7 kilograms (13-28 pounds) 107-135 centimeters (3 feet 6 inches-4 feet 5 inches) 11-15 years
West Highland Terrier Animalia Chordata Mammalia Carnivora Canidae Canis Canis Lupus The Black and White Whiskey bottles highlight a Scotland Westie. Omnivore West Highland Terrier Most commonly white in colour! Terrier Hair 15 years 10kg (22lbs) Moderate Yes Low Average climate High High $1;000 Dog Terrier Male 15-22 lbs Female 13-16 lbs
Zebra Animalia Chordata Mammalia Perissodactyla Equidae Equus Equus zebra; Equus quagga; Equus grevyi Grasses; Leaves; Buds Foal Herd Stripe patterns are unique to each individual! Declining Habitat loss Long; slender legs and one toe on each foot Mountain Zebra; Common Zebra; Plains Zebra; Burchells Zebra; Grevys Zebra 10 - 12 months Open grassland and plains Herbivore 1 Diurnal Zebra 3 Eastern and Southern Africa Stripe patterns are unique to each individual! Mammal BrownBlackWhite Hair 25 mph 20 - 30 years 220kg - 405kg (485lbs - 893lbs) 2m - 2.75m (6.6ft - 9ft) 3 - 4 years 11 months