Mammals fun facts

fun facts about meerkats
10 Aug

16 Magical Facts About Meerkats

Meerkats. Animals made famous in the United Kingdom with very stereotypical Russian accents, encouraging viewers to visit a certain price comparison site. Today our prime focus is on real-life meerkats: Think Africa, not Russia, less lavish mansions, more sandy deserts and incoherent barks. These fun facts about Meerkats will shine a light on these mysterious …
interesting facts about the Arctic Fox
29 Jul

12 Amazing Facts About Arctic Foxes

Arctic foxes are incredible animals that can survive extreme cold temperatures. Arctic foxes are also one of the popular animals among Arctic travellers. These foxes gain instant popularity due to their playful nature. What makes these small animals so remarkable? Here are some fun facts about Arctic foxes. 1. Their fur is a heat regulator. …
interesting facts about the panda
18 Jul

14 Bamboo-Barmy Facts About Pandas

Pandas are really iconic creatures!  Associated with China, bamboo and the World Wildlife Fund, these slow-moving, black-and-white beasts are also perhaps some of the most misunderstood. Think you know a lot about these great bears?  Here are a few fun facts about pandas that might just surprise you. 1. Pandas are giant by name. The …
facts on Jaguars
13 Jul

16 Interesting Facts About Jaguars

Jaguars are some of the fiercest creatures the wild has to offer. If you’re looking to expand your knowledge of these beautiful cats, here are some interesting facts about jaguars: 1. Jaguars are related to panthers. Scientists call the Jaguar Panthera Onca. The name is partly derived from Panthera, which is the creature’s genus. 2. …
facts about foxes
4 Jul

15 Cunning Facts About Foxes

Foxes are some of the most famous creatures living in our green and urban areas.  But, as it turns out, they’re actually pretty misunderstood, too!  How much do you know about the wily fox?  Here are more than a few fun facts about foxes to help broaden your mind. 1. Foxes share plenty in common …
facts about the spider monkey
29 Jun

9 Facts About The Spider Monkey You Won’t Read Anywhere Else

Spider monkeys belong to the class of New World Monkeys and are believed to be the biggest of the different monkeys in that class. They are closely related to humans and are found in abundance, and are used in a wide variety of labouratory experiments. Here are 9 more fun facts about spider monkeys that …
fun facts about rabbits
9 Jun

32 Remarkable Facts About Rabbits

What’s up, doc? You all remember the rabbit Bugs Bunny, one of the funniest animated cartoon characters! He’s fast, quick-witted, cool, funny, and even a little cruel, but only to his teasers. How about the real rabbits? What do we know about them? Rabbits are small mammals with cute fluffy, short tails, whiskers, and distinctive …
facts about cats
4 Jun

20 Interesting Facts About Cats

It’s no surprise that cats are some of the world’s favourite pets.  Alongside dogs, it’s very common to see a feline or two in homes across the UK, as well as in some of the furthest reaches of the globe.  But how much do we really know about our feisty felines? Cats have been around …
Fun Cat Facts
4 Jun

20 More Curious Facts About Cats

21. Black cats are symbols of luck. Black cats are seen as symbols of both good and bad luck. But to what extent?  It the USA, they are generally seen as bad luck or as symbols of foreboding.  However, in the UK, they are often considered lucky. 22. Some cliches are true! The old saying …
Fun Kitten Facts
4 Jun

15 Fascinating Facts About Cats – Part 3

41. Cats can heal themselves. Purring is thought to have healing properties, as well as to be comforting to cats. That’s because they purr at frequencies through which bones and muscles often heal themselves best. 42. Cats don’t meow to each other. Cats only tend to meow to their mothers during childhood, and to their …
facts about Horses
2 Jun

15 Stable Facts About Horses

They’re some of the cutest, most majestic creatures around, but how much do you really know about them? Perhaps it will blow your mind to learn there’s more than a dozen fun facts no one else has told you about them… 1. Horses have odd sleeping habits. Horses don’t just sleep lying down, they can …
facts about pigs
26 Apr

30 Fun Facts About Pigs

Pigs are more than just sources of bacon!  If anything, they are some of the most interesting animals we share the planet with. More than just swill-guzzling pink porcines, these grunting geniuses may well surprise you.  Here are some fun facts about pigs which you may not be aware of… 1. Pigs are probably cleaner …
facts about the Polar Bear
5 Apr

13 Playful Facts About Polar Bears

Polar bears are some of the most inspiring animals in the world, but how much do you know about them? You’re about to find out some fun facts about polar bears to answer that in under 2 minutes… 1. Polar bears aren’t to be tangled with! Polar bears are the largest land-based carnivores in the …
facts about wolves
4 Apr

15 Wild Facts About Wolves

They’re ferocious, scary and wild, but just how much do you know about these four-legged carnivores? It’s time to put your years of wisdom to the test by taking a look at some of the most fun facts about wolves that scientists know… 1. There’s strength in numbers. The reason wolves hunt in packs is …
facts about tigers
4 Apr

16 Terrific Facts About Tigers

Tigers are viewed as some of the most ferocious, and yet majestic creatures on this planet. How well do you actually know this exotic animal? Here are some fun facts about tigers to test your knowledge! 1. Tigers are massive! Tigers are the largest of the wildcats, and males can weigh up to 300 kilograms. …