Mammals - Facts for Kids

A leopard can live up to 25 years in captivity, but usually lives 10–15 years in the wild!

When running at full speed, a cheetah spends more time in the air than touching the ground!

Armadillos have tiny, peg-like teeth with no enamel coating (hard outer layer)!

Special crossing bridges are being built over highways to help jaguars safely move between different areas of forest!

Extra Fun Facts

Dholes usually do raise their leg — and sometimes even stand on their front paws like a “handstand” — when they pee, just like many wild dogs!