Mammals - Facts for Kids

Close-up of African elephant's face showing wrinkled skin, eye, and large ivory tusk in natural habitat.

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Random Facts About Mammals For Kids

Basic Information

There are 13 different species of otters living around the world today, ranging from the tiny Asian small-clawed otter to the giant South American river otter!

Habitat & Survival

Zebras live in many different African habitats, from grasslands to woodlands to mountainous areas!

Baby tapirs’ striped patterns look similar to those of watermelons!

Elephants help plant new trees by spreading seeds in their poop across many miles!

Dholes are real travel champs! In one day, a male might walk around 12 miles (19 km) and a female about 6 miles (10 km) — that’s like walking your whole neighborhood multiple times!