Mammals - Facts for Kids

Close-up of African elephant's face showing wrinkled skin, eye, and large ivory tusk in natural habitat.

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Random Facts About Mammals For Kids

Dogs make eye contact with humans they trust, but avoid it with dogs they don’t know as it can be seen as a challenge!

A tiger’s paws have soft pads that help them walk silently — they can sneak up closer than the length of your classroom without being heard!

A margay can jump sideways up to 12 feet (3.7 meters) between tree branches, about six times its body length, without losing balance or falling.

Clouded leopards can climb down trees headfirst thanks to their flexible ankle joints that can turn 180 degrees!

Amazing Abilities

Bison can turn their massive bodies around completely in just a few seconds when threatened!