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- 1. Rabbits are small mammals with long ears, fluffy tails, and strong hind limbs for hopping. They are herbivores and are often prey for larger animals.
- 3. Dogs are domesticated mammals known for their loyalty and companionship. They come in a variety of breeds, each with their own unique characteristics and behaviors.
- 5. Alligators are large reptiles, often confused with crocodiles but can be distinguished by their broader snout. They spend most of their lives in fresh water habitats and are known for their powerful bite.
- 8. Frogs are amphibians known for their bulging eyes, strong, webbed hind feet adapted for leaping and swimming, and smooth or slimy skin. They begin their lives in water as tadpoles and then undergo a transformation, known as metamorphosis, into adult frogs.
- 10. Butterflies are insects with two pairs of large, often brightly colored wings covered in tiny scales. They start life as a caterpillar and undergo a transformation, known as metamorphosis, to become a butterfly.
- 13. Eagles are large diurnal birds of prey with strong, hooked beaks, large talons, and keen eyesight. They are known for their powerful build and swift flight.
- 14. Dolphins are highly intelligent aquatic mammals known for their playful behavior, agility in water, and complex communication skills. They have a streamlined body and a dorsal fin.
- 15. Parrots are colorful birds known for their ability to mimic human speech. They have a strong, curved beak, an upright stance, and strong legs, and are among the most intelligent birds.
- 16. Cows are large herbivorous mammals domesticated for their milk and meat. They have a sturdy body, cloven hooves, and are often seen grazing on pastures.
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- 2. Tigers are large predatory cats recognized by their dark vertical stripes on reddish-orange fur. They are solitary hunters and are primarily found in Asia.
- 4. Giraffes are the tallest animals on land, known for their exceptionally long necks which they use to browse on leaves and buds in treetops. They have a unique walking gait, moving both right legs forward, then both left.
- 6. Penguins are flightless birds adapted to live in the ocean in Southern Hemisphere, particularly in Antarctica. They have a black and white tuxedo-like appearance, flippers for swimming, and a wadd
- 7. Elephants are the largest terrestrial mammals, known for their long trunks, large floppy ears, thick skin, and ivory tusks. They are highly intelligent and have strong social bonds.
- 9. Owls are nocturnal birds of prey known for their large, forward-facing eyes, a hawk-like beak, flat face, and the ability to turn their heads nearly all the way around. They silently hunt their prey at night.
- 10. Bears are large omnivores known for their strong build, long snouts, short tails, and thick fur. They can stand on their hind legs, climb trees and are excellent swimmers.
- 11. Lions, often referred to as the 'king of the jungle,' are large carnivorous cats known for their majestic manes in males. They live in groups called prides and are native to Sub-Saharan Africa and India.
- 12. Kangaroos are marsupial mammals native to Australia, best known for their strong hind legs used for jumping, long feet, large ears, and a pouch in females where the baby, called a joey, develops and nurses.