Flamingos can fly, wade in water, and march in a large, tightly packed flock together as one. To communicate, they use a honk that sounds like a goose, and they use it to communicate in big groups. They may be loud, but human noises stress them out! Flamingos use their bills to sift out algae, crustaceans, shrimps and molluscs for consumption. The food they eat is what makes them pink!

They live in lagoons or big shallow lakes in warm climates and can live in saltier water than most other animals. Flamingos aren't endangered but they are harmed by climate change and are now protected from hunters.

Fun fact!: Flamingos build nests that look like mini mud volcanoes for eggs that both parents take care of!

Horses have long legs and move in several gaits, called a trot, canter, walk, and gallop. Horses communicate with nickers, whinnies, and neighs, but they also communicate a great deal with body language and gestures. Unlike domesticated horses that eat human-made food, wild horses graze on a variety of grasses and shrubs.

Most wild horses live in Australia and North America but different breeds of wild horses can be found around the world. Some wild horses are overpopulated compared to how much space they have. There are also some breeds that are endangered.

Fun fact!: Horses have a sweet tooth! They don't like eating sour or bitter foods.

Rhinos are some of the strongest mammals in the whole world. With their mighty horn and heavy body they rule Africa and Asia. To communicate, rhinos make plenty of sounds. They'll sneeze when worried and make trumpet noises. They also scream when scared and say "mmwonk" when happy! Rhinos are herbivores who prefer long grass and bushy plants. They need to eat a lot to keep up their weight!

Different rhinos like different climates. Some like tropical, some like grasslands, and others like the tall grass of the plains. There are not many rhinos left because of hunting. Rhino horns are precious and people kill rhinos just to take their horns. We must protect the rhinos!

Fun fact!: Rhinos are the fastest large mammal in the world! They can run up to 55 kilometers an hour. Get outta the way!

Moorish idols have a distinct striped pattern, which makes them one of the most recognizable coral reef fish. Moorish idols do not talk with sound, but when they swim in schools, they can feel the waves their neighbors make as they swim to know where to go. Moorish idols are small and eat sea sponges (not kitchen sponges!) and coral algae, a sea plant that lives on the coral.

They live in the open ocean, within subtropical coral reefs. At night they hide out at the bottom of the reef and change to a darker color to not be seen. Moorish idols are not endangered. However, they are often raised as pets even though they don't do well when not in the wild.

Fun fact!: The patterns that make Moorish idols so easy to see to us, make them harder to see by enemies!

Dolphins have strong tails and flippers, making them fast and playful swimmers who sometimes swim in the wake of boats to play or to clean themselves. Dolphins are very smart! They talk with each other through squeaks, whistles, and clicks. Scientists think dolphins have developed a whole language... just like us! Dolphins eat fish and squid, and use sound to find out the location, size, and shape of their food.

They can be found all around the world, living in pods with a dozen or more other dolphins in oceans or the salty waters close to land. Dolphins are threatened by hunting, fishing nets, pollution, and loss of habitat. This makes them endangered.

Fun fact!: Dolphins love having friends around and they play together, hunt together, and raise their babies together!

Owls are some of the greatest hunters there are! They have some of the best eyes in the animal kingdom. So if one spots you... run! Owls like to move around only at night because they're nocturnal. Sometimes they'll leave an area if it's too cold. Not all owls hoot! But most do. Some other sounds owls make are whistles, screeches, and whinnies like a horse!

Owls eat everything from small insects to big birds. They swallow food whole and spit out the fur and bones later. Owls live in many places including pine forests, mountains, deserts, and plains. Some owls are endangered. This is because they are threatened by deforestation, climate change, and being hunted by other animals.

Fun fact!: A group of owls is called a parliament. Probably because owls are thought of as looking wise!

Seahorses have no stomach or teeth! They are great at moving around, but are not the fastest fish in the sea. Because of that, they rely on camouflage to hide. Seahorses were thought to make no sound until recently. When they feel stressed, they make a very tiny growl!

Seahorses anchor their tails to seagrass and suck plankton and small crustaceans in through a tube-like "nose". They live in water among seagrass beds, mangrove roots, and coral reefs, in shallow temperate and tropical waters. Seahorses are facing habitat problems. Their homes are being destroyed by humans because they live in water that's close to land. Seahorses are loving animals that look out for each other. It's our turn to look out for them!

Fun fact!: Small seahorses learn by copying adults. Copycat? More like copy-horse!

Chameleons can climb trees using their feet and tails. Their wrists and ankles are built to help grip instead of using claws. They communicate with quick colour changes and showing stripes. They also hiss and snap their jaws. and some even hoot. Chameleons have tongues that can be almost twice the length of their bodies, which they use to catch insects!

They live in the rainforests and deserts of Africa and their color changes to help them blend in and stay safe! Most chameleons live in trees, although some live under dead leaves on the ground. Many species of chameleon are endangered and several species face extinction. One reason is that some species can only live in specific places.

Fun fact!: Hiding is the best bet for chameleons to survive predators and changing colour is a great way to blend in with your background!

Deer have long legs and are very fast. They run in a zig-zag pattern, and can jump as high as 3 whole basketball hoops! These deer can dunk! Deer like to talk to each other. They have sounds for finding other family members, and for playing. Deer will grunt, snort, and bleat! They will eat almost anything as long as it won't try to eat them! So no meat! Plants, berries, and even flowers are their favorites!

They are always on the move and rarely sleep, so they aren't picky about their shelter. They like to rest on soft grass or leaves. Deer have always been hunted, by both animals and humans. But now with less people hunting, there are more and more of them!

Fun fact!: To survive predators, deer are able to sleep with BOTH eyes open!

Lions are strong powerful hunters who are able to run fast and jump high, making them live at the top of the food chain. To communicate, lions use a lot of non-verbal language. Head rubbing, or nuzzling, is a common greeting. They also purr, snarl, meow and hiss. Lions are carnivores and eat mostly animals with hooves. Their tongues are rough to remove meat from bones.

They are the only cats that live in a group or pride, with most wild lions living in Africa. Members may be apart by day and then hunt together or share a meal. They currently face threats from habitat loss and being illegally hunted for trade and due to humans' fear of lions.

Fun fact!: Lions do not eat every day! Most hunt every few days.

Monkeys are great climbers and can jump up to a few metres, using their tails to keep their balance. To communicate with each other, they use squeaky noises, as well as through their sense of smell. Monkeys are omnivores and eat mostly fruits and insects, with grasshoppers being a top favourite.

They live in groups as large as 500, in areas with a lot of trees. They like to live near the top of trees, but not all the way to the top, called the "Middle Canopy". Most monkeys are not endangered, thanks to them living in large groups with plenty of food. But sometimes they are captured and turned into pets.

Fun fact!: Monkeys like to do almost everything with other monkeys. Some have even flown in space together! Wow!

Turtles have flippers shaped like blades, which have claws that help them move across sand and dig holes to lay eggs in. While turtles don’t have vocal cords, they can make sounds in the form of grunts and chirps to talk to each other! When it comes to food, turtles love to eat a lot of sea grass and seaweed.

Unlike tortoises, turtles live in the open ocean, favoring subtropical waters and can also be found on land when they visit beaches to make nests for them to lay eggs. Turtles around the world need to be protected because of climate change. Many were also hunted by humans for meat and their eggs too.

Fun fact!: Turtles can make sounds that humans can't hear!