Mammals - Facts for Kids

The fork-marked lemur has unique fork-shaped markings on its head that look like a tiny road map!

Bison droppings, or “chips,” can be up to 8 inches (20 cm) wide, about the size of a small pizza!

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A group of lynx is called a “destruction,” though these medium-sized wild cats usually prefer to live alone!

There are special protected areas in Madagascar called national parks where lemurs and other wildlife are safe from hunting!

The largest elephant footprint ever measured was 24 inches (61 centimeters) across — bigger than a car tire!