Mammals - Facts for Kids

During hibernation, a marmot’s heart slows from around 100–200 beats per minute to about 4–9 beats per minute — an amazing drop!

Beavers have special see-through eyelids that work like swimming goggles, allowing them to see clearly underwater!

Spotted hyenas can eat and digest every part of their prey except hair and hooves!

Unlike monkeys, lemurs cannot hang from their tails — their tails are used mainly for balance and communication (talking to each other)!

Buffalo calves are usually born during the rainy season when there is plenty of food available!