Mammals - Facts for Kids

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Random Facts About Mammals For Kids

A lion’s heart makes up only about 0.5% of its body weight, compared to about 0.6% in humans.

A mother dog starts producing milk about two days before giving birth!

Sand cats are clever — they can remember the location of several hiding spots and burrows!

Dingo puppies are born with darker fur that usually lightens as they grow older!

The scientific name for American bison is Bison bison, which means their name is so nice they said it twice!