Animals
Across
- 2. This cute marsupial from Australia has fuzzy ears and eats eucalyptus leaves. Koalas spend most of their time sleeping.
- 5. This powerful cat has beautiful stripes. Tigers are skilled hunters and solitary animals.
- 7. This fascinating ocean creature has eight arms and can change color and camouflage itself. Octopuses are intelligent and can squeeze through tight spaces.
- 8. This nocturnal bird can fly silently and has excellent vision and hearing. Owls hunt small animals in the dark and can rotate their heads almost 360 degrees.
- 10. This large reptile lives in water, has a long snout, sharp teeth, and a tough, scaly skin. Crocodiles are powerful swimmers with strong jaws.
- 13. This animal is the largest land mammal, with a long trunk, big ears, and strong tusks. Elephants are intelligent and social.
- 14. This flightless bird lives in cold climates, especially Antarctica. Penguins waddle, slide on their bellies, and swim gracefully.
- 15. This beloved bear from China has a distinctive black and white fur pattern. Pandas eat bamboo and are playful.
Down
- 1. This marsupial from Australia has powerful hind legs and carries its young ones, called joeys, in a pouch. Kangaroos can hop long distances.
- 3. This animal has a long neck and beautiful spotted coat. Giraffes are the tallest land animals and eat leaves from tall trees.
- 4. This insect undergoes a beautiful transformation from a caterpillar. Butterflies have colorful wings and help in pollination.
- 6. This highly intelligent marine mammal is known for its playful nature and ability to swim and leap out of the water. Dolphins communicate with clicks and whistles.
- 9. This strong and intelligent primate has a muscular build and lives in forests. Gorillas are gentle and live in groups called troops.
- 11. This animal is the king of the jungle, with a majestic mane and a loud roar. Lions live in groups called prides and hunt together.
- 12. This is the fastest land animal, known for its speed. Cheetahs have a slender body, small head, and spots on their fur.