Mammals - Facts for Kids

Basic Information

Wildebeest belong to the scientific family Bovidae, which includes other hoofed animals like cattle, sheep, and antelopes!

For most armadillos, the tail is covered in hard armor plates — just like their back and head — so they stay well-protected from tip to tail!

Adult male dingoes are called “dogs,” females are called “bitches,” and their puppies are called “cubs” or “pups”!

Some monkeys can tell if fruit is ripe just by smelling it from far away!

Sand cats usually have 2–4 kittens in each litter, but can have up to 8!