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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.


Latest Animal Profile

  • Grey Heron
  • Grey Heron
    The gray heron is easily identifiable by the distinctive S-shaped curve of its neck while in flight.

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Animal of the Week

  • European Hare
  • European Hare
    The European hare is the largest rabbit in the world. It is perfectly adapted to life in open landscapes. Find all the details in the profile!

Animals in April

  • Mole
  • Mole
    At the end of March and the beginning of April, moles begin to actively dig tunnels again.

  • Hedgehog
  • Hedgehog
    In April, hedgehogs are out and about, foraging for food after a long and tiring hibernation.

  • Bumblebee
  • Bumblebee
    In April, queen bumblebees are on the hunt for food. Discover how you can help them.

  • Marmot
  • Marmot
    At the beginning of April, groundhogs also emerge from their hibernation. Learn all about them in the profile!

  • Edible Dormouse
  • Edible Dormouse
    The dormouse is an adorable little rodent! In mid-April, it comes out of its well-deserved hibernation!

  • Green Woodpecker
  • Green Woodpecker
    The first chicks of the green woodpecker hatch as early as the beginning of April.

  • White Stork
  • White Stork
    In April, many storks can be spotted as they return to Europe from their wintering grounds.

World Animal Days

  • Dolphin
  • 14.04.25
    Dolphin Day
    Do dolphins have ears? Do they only live in the sea? We will tell you in its animal profile!

Easter


Latest Animal Quiz

  • Rabbit Quiz
  • Rabbit Quiz
    Show off your knowledge of rabbits by taking our quiz!

Knowledge Articles

  • Red Fox
  • Red Fox
    In April, the baby red foxes emerge from their den and take their first steps!

  • Badger
  • Badger
    In April, the badger cubs emerge from their burrow and begin to explore their surroundings for the very first time!



  • Great Spotted Woodpecker
  • Great Spotted Woodpecker
    Ever wondered why the woodpecker never gets a headache? Well, it turns out it has a clever trick!

  • Fire Salamander
  • Fire Salamander
    Learn all about the Fire Salamander and its life style! Where does it live? Is it poisonous?

  • Spring Dor Beetle
  • Spring Dor Beetle
    Spring dor beetles are bugs that are part of the dung beetle family. You can spot them in the springtime.

  • Long-Eared Owl
  • Long-Eared Owl
    Long-eared owls have beautiful long ear tufts. Learn how to tell them apart from Eurasian eagle owls.

animalfunfacts-Videos

  • All About Amphibians
  • All About Amphibians
    Amphibians are cold-blooded. What exactly does that mean? And what is a metamorphosis?

  • 5 Facts About Mammals
  • All About Mammals
    Do all mammals have a coat or fur? What about dolphins, rhinos and pigs?

  • 5 Facts About Birds
  • All About Birds
    We all know that birds have feathers. But: Is it true that all birds can fly? 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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