Mammals

Rabbits and hedgehogs and gerbils, oh my! Did you know there are over 4200 species of mammals in the world? Would you know a mammal if it crept up and bit you on the behind? Did you know you’re a mammal? Find out more about the many mammals in our world. Big or small, furry or bald, information and facts about mammals and mammal care can be found here. Learn more about the wonderful world of mammals.
  • Life Cycle of a Sloth
    Sloths are the slowest moving mammals, who spend their life moving from one tree to another. Learn all about the life-cycle of a sloth, from the following article.
  • Honey Badger Facts
    Honey badgers are an intriguing animal with many unique characteristics. Some of the interesting facts covered in the article below will help you learn more about this fascinating animal.
  • Bighorn Sheep Facts
    Do you know that the horns of a bighorn sheep can weigh as much as 30 pounds!! Know some more interesting bighorn sheep facts, in this article.
  • Manatees Habitat
    All of you must have seen the great manatees in zoos across the world! However, there is a typical manatees habitat which they prefer to live in. Read all about this habitat in this article.
  • Sea Otter Facts
    Are you looking for sea otter facts for your kids? Here are some amazing and thrilling facts that will make you fall in love with them.
  • Weasel Facts
    Although their small size and stature may be deceiving, weasels are extremely smart and quick creatures. Read the article and learn a few more interesting weasel facts.
  • Mammals That Lay Eggs
    Mammals that lay eggs sounds like a story from a sci-fi movie. Mammals laying eggs is a reality and they are found down under, that is, in Australia. The following article will discuss some information related to these unique mammals.
  • Long Tailed Weasel Facts
    Long tailed weasel is a mammal of the genus Mustela and is basically, a carnivorous animal. It is mainly found in the United States and certain regions of Canada and South America. Read on to know more this animal.
  • Mammal Characteristics
    Hair on the body, suckling their babies and a single jawbone on each side are the identifying mammal characteristics. To know more about this group, read on...
  • The Evolution of Mammals
    Have you ever wondered how the classes of animals, namely the mammals, birds, amphibians, and the reptiles came into being? Here is an article that describes the evolutionary cycle of mammals.
  • Gray Whale - California State Mammal
    The state of California lies on the West Coast of United States of America. This beautiful state along the Pacific Ocean is bordered by Oregon, Nevada, Arizona and the Mexican state of Baja California. California is not just a tourist hot-spot for its varied climate, but also for the Gray Whale.
  • Life Cycle and Habitat of Sea Otters
    The coast of the Pacific, especially to the east and north, is home to the magnificent sea otter. This marine mammal can live on land with the same ease as it can live in the water without surfacing for days. The life cycle and habitat of the sea otter are just as fascinating as the mammal itself.
  • Interesting Facts about Manatees (Sea Cows)
    Can you believe that the length of the intestine of Manatees is more than 150 feet long? One more interesting feature about Manatees is that their teeth are constantly replaced. Read on to understand more interesting facts about Manatees or sea cows.
  • Largest Mammal on Earth
    The largest mammals on earth - Blue Whales, have always been a matter of curiosity and amazement for us, human beings. Here is a short account of these biggest creatures, of our planet.
  • Facts about Mammals
    Mammals are warm-blooded animals having mammary glands. They are categorized into different groups according to their characteristics and diet. Know all the facts associated with mammals in the following article.
  • Honey Badgers
    Courage and ferocity and an incurable sweet tooth - that's the honey badger for you!
  • Endangered Mammals
    Human exploitation of nature has resulted in the endangering of many mammals. Here is a short list of mammals which are listed as endangered.
  • Presenting the Aye-Aye
    The Aye-Aye is one of the rarest mammals on Earth. It is the mammal version of the woodpecker. The Aye-Aye is considered to be a harbinger of evil and is mercilessly killed by the villagers of Madagascar.