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animalfunfacts.net offers animal profiles, animal records and animal knowledge for school and homework, all about pets and a huge pet name database.


Animal of the Week

  • Mouse
  • Mouse
    Mice are incredibly intelligent and social. They even provide first aid to their fellow species.

Picture of the Day


Latest Animal Profile

  • Termite
  • Termite
    Which animals are termites most closely related to: ants, spiders, or cockroaches? You can find out in our profile!

Animals in November

  • Vampire Bat
  • Vampire Bat
    Vampire bats feed solely on blood. Quite creepy, right? Should we really be afraid of them?

  • Badger
  • Badger
    Learn all about the European badger! Take a guess: How big was the largest badger sett?

  • Eurasian Jay
  • Eurasian Jay
    Did you know that Eurasian jays can mimic sounds, like those of lawnmowers?

  • Squirrel
  • Squirrel
    How do squirrels find buried nuts? By their smell, by using their memory or by marking the spot?

  • Hedgehog
  • Hedgehog
    In October, hedgehogs prepare for their hibernation. How can you tell if a hedgehog has enough winter fat?

  • Mouse
  • Mouse
    Mice are incredibly intelligent and social. They even provide first aid to their fellow species!

  • Marmot
  • Marmot
    Starting in October, marmots enter a nine-month hibernation. How do they manage to survive this lengthy period?

World Animal Days

  • Cheetah
  • 04.12.25
    Cheetah Day
    Did you know that the cheetah can change its direction in the middle of the jump?

  • Fancy rat
  • 12.11.25
    Fancy Rat and Mouse Day
    Fancy rats and mice are highly intelligent and sensitive animals.

Latest Article


Knowledge Articles

  • Raccoon
  • Raccoon
    Raccoons are intelligent and skilled predators. More about the masked "bandits" in our animal profile.

  • Wild Boar
  • Wild Boar
    Wild boars have thick, dense fur, a lengthy snout and prominent canines. Learn all about this animal!


  • Red Fox
  • Animals of the Forest
    Learn all about the forest as a biome, its vital role and its plants and animal species.


  • Shrew
  • Shrew
    Learn all about shrews! Did you know that they can shrink their organs and bones during winter?

  • Moose
  • Moose
    Did you know that mooses have beards? Check out the moose fact sheet for more information!

  • Marten
  • Marten
    In our animal profile you can find out everything about the behavior and habitat of martens!

  • Wolf
  • Wolf
    How dangerous are wolves? What should you do if you encounter one? Check out our animal profile!


animalfunfacts-Videos

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  • Arctic Animal
  • Arctic Animals
    How do animals survive in the icy Arctic? And what is a Tundra? Check out our video!

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Animal Fact Sheets:

Over 220 fact sheets with exciting information and pictures! Here you will find facts about mammals, birds, amphibians, reptiles, fish, insects, spiders and invertebrates.

Pets:

Useful information and pet care tips for dogs, cats, budgies, hamsters and guinea pigs. Are you looking for a pet? Here you will find nearly 100 profiles of family-friendly breeds.

Animal Records:

Which are the biggest, fastest, heaviest animals? We have more than 250 records - sorted by category. In this section you'll also learn how to distinguish animals that look alike.

Pet Names Database:

Discover our huge pet name database with more than 1.200 pet names! Whether sweet, smart, funny or in another language - all names are sorted by category, so you can quickly find the right name for your pet.

Knowledge:

Check out 90 knowledge articles and exciting news ! Are there any toxic mammals? Can animals count? How do chameleons change their color? How do animals breathe? Exciting articles and simple explanations!

Games:

Animal quizzes, coloring pages and personality tests! Test your knowledge in 50 animal quizzes. Or take a personality test to find out which kind of pet would suit you. Also, there are 90 printable coloring pages.

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