Mammals - Facts for Kids

Wombats can survive in areas where temperatures range from below freezing to over 40°C (104°F)!

Donkeys are mentioned in ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics from over 4,000 years ago!

Dogs have a special bark just for playing that sounds different from their warning or attention-seeking barks!

Some wallaby species have special glands that help them stay cool in hot weather!

Orangutans can tell when fruit is ripe by seeing its color and smelling it — even from a distance!