Animal Encyclopedia for Kids
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Animal of the Week
- Beluga Whale
The Beluga whale is a white whale with a rounded head. It resides in colder seas.
Picture of the Day
Latest Animal Profile
- Wallaby
Wallabies are adorable little marsupials with bushy tails. Learn all about these tiny kangaroos!
Animals in November
- Black Bear
Are all black bears black? What do black bears eat? Can they climb? Where do they live?
- Badger
Learn all about the European badger! Take a guess: How big was the largest badger sett?
- Eurasian Jay
Did you know that Eurasian jays can mimic sounds, like those of lawnmowers?
- Squirrel
How do squirrels find buried nuts? By their smell, by using their memory or by marking the spot?
- Hedgehog
In October, hedgehogs prepare for their hibernation. How can you tell if a hedgehog has enough winter fat?
- Mouse
Mice are incredibly intelligent and social. They even provide first aid to their fellow species!
- Marmot
Starting in October, marmots enter a nine-month hibernation. How do they manage to survive this lengthy period?
Latest Article
- Top 8 Mind-Blowing Facts Why Humpback Whales Are Unique
All the facts about the humpback whale at a glance!
Knowledge Articles
- Raccoon
Raccoons are intelligent and skilled predators. More about the masked "bandits" in our animal profile.
- Wild Boar
Wild boars have thick, dense fur, a lengthy snout and prominent canines. Learn all about this animal!
- Microbat vs. Flying Fox
What is the difference between the two animal species?
- Animals of the Forest
Learn all about the forest as a biome, its vital role and its plants and animal species.
- Animals of the Forest Tundra and Taiga
What is a taiga? What animals live in the taiga, and what makes this habitat so special?
- Moose
Did you know that mooses have beards? Check out the moose fact sheet for more information!
- Marten
In our animal profile you can find out everything about the behavior and habitat of martens!
- Wolf
How dangerous are wolves? What should you do if you encounter one? Check out our animal profile!
- 8 Unique Features That Make the Platypus Unlike Any Other Mammal
All the facts about the platypus at a glance!
- Top 13 Most Unique Dolphins in the World
Discover with us the most fascinating and common types of dolphins!
animalfunfacts-Videos
- All About Insects and Spiders
Insects and spiders are all the same, aren't they? What is a metamorphosis?
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- The Strongest Animals
Which is the strongest animal? The rhino? The elephant? Let's check this video!
- Arctic Animals
How do animals survive in the icy Arctic? And what is a Tundra? Check out our video!
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