Mammals - Facts for Kids

Wallabies have helpful bacteria in their special fore-stomachs (forestomachs) that break down tough plants and turn them into nutrients!

When a bison charges, each step stretches about 6 feet (183 cm) — longer than most grown-ups are tall!

Cheetahs mark their territory using scratch marks on trees and special scent markings!

Jaguars have been known to use river bends as hunting spots, knowing that prey animals often cross at these points!

A meerkat can close its ears completely when it’s digging so that sand and dirt don’t get in!