Animals

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  1. 2. This cute marsupial from Australia has fuzzy ears and eats eucalyptus leaves. Koalas spend most of their time sleeping.
  2. 5. This powerful cat has beautiful stripes. Tigers are skilled hunters and solitary animals.
  3. 7. This fascinating ocean creature has eight arms and can change color and camouflage itself. Octopuses are intelligent and can squeeze through tight spaces.
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. 13. This animal is the largest land mammal, with a long trunk, big ears, and strong tusks. Elephants are intelligent and social.
  7. 14. This flightless bird lives in cold climates, especially Antarctica. Penguins waddle, slide on their bellies, and swim gracefully.
  8. 15. This beloved bear from China has a distinctive black and white fur pattern. Pandas eat bamboo and are playful.
Down
  1. 1. This marsupial from Australia has powerful hind legs and carries its young ones, called joeys, in a pouch. Kangaroos can hop long distances.
  2. 3. This animal has a long neck and beautiful spotted coat. Giraffes are the tallest land animals and eat leaves from tall trees.
  3. 4. This insect undergoes a beautiful transformation from a caterpillar. Butterflies have colorful wings and help in pollination.
  4. 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.
  5. 9. This strong and intelligent primate has a muscular build and lives in forests. Gorillas are gentle and live in groups called troops.
  6. 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.
  7. 12. This is the fastest land animal, known for its speed. Cheetahs have a slender body, small head, and spots on their fur.