Chart 117 - Animals 1

Animals Chart

Spectrum Chart - 117 : Animals 1

1. Lion - Lions are known as “King of the Jungle.” Currently they are found in only two areas of the world and are classified into two subspecies. Asiatic lions live in India's Gir Forest; African lions live in central and southern Africa. Average lifespan of Lion is 12 – 15 years in wild.

2. Tiger - Tiger is the biggest species of the cat family. Tiger is the national animal of India. Today the tigers are a near endangered species with only a handful still roaming the Asian jungles. Average lifespan of tiger is 18 to 25 years.

3. Jaguar - The jaguar is the 3rd largest of the big cats after the tiger and the lion. They are only found in the Americas.They have a large, broad head with jaws so strong that they are said to have the most powerful bite of all the world's cats. Their lifespan in 12 – 15 years.

4. Leopard - Leopards are part of the cat family. Leopards are well known for their cream and gold spotted fur. A leopard’s body is built for hunting. They have sleek, powerful bodies and can run at speeds of up to 57 km/h. Leopards are mostly nocturnal, hunting their prey at night. Average lifespan is between 10-15 years.

5. Cheetah - Cheetah is the fastest land animal in the world. They can reach a top speed of around 113 km per hour. Cheetahs cannot climb trees and have poor night vision, hence cheetahs hunt for food during the day. Average lifespan is between 10-12 years.

6. Horse – Horses are used by humans for the working activities such as agriculture, transportation, sports events etc. Many products are derived from horses including meat, milk, hide, hair, bones etc. Domestic horses have average lifespan of between 25 to 30 years.

7. Chimpanzee - The Chimpanzee is a species of ape that is natively found in western and central Africa. They are thought to be the most intelligent animals on the planet after humans. Chimpanzee is an omnivorous animal. They have the lifespan of 50 – 60 years.

8. Giraffe - Giraffes are the tallest living animals in the world. A fully grown up giraffe is 14 feet tall & weighs up to 680 kg. A giraffe's habitat is usually found in African savannas, grasslands or open woodlands. Lifespan of giraffe ranges between 20- 25 years.

9. Elephant - Elephants are the largest land-living mammal in the world. Elephants are herbivores and can spend up to 16 hours days collecting leaves, twigs, bamboo and roots. There are two species of elephant, the Asian elephant and the African elephant. Lifespan of Elephants is 55 – 70 years.

10. Kangaroo - Kangaroos are marsupial animals that are found in Australia as well as New Guinea. They have a deep pouch on their front in which they carry their young ones. Red kangaroo is the largest marsupial in the world. Their lifespan is 4 to 10 years.

11. Deer - Deer are the ruminant mammals forming the family Cervidae. They are herbivorous animal. Deer have long legs typically suited to the environments they live in. Male deer grow new antlers each year. Deer have lifespan of 10 – 20 years.

12. Camel – Camel is known as a 'Ship of desert.' They are mostly found in deserts & dry regions. Camels have been used by people for transporting goods & people across the desert and also for its milk and meat.

13. Gorilla - Gorillas are large apes that are native to Africa. Gorillas are herbivores and eat leaves, shoots, roots, vines and fruits. It is said that the DNA of gorillas is 98-99% identical to human DNA. Their lifespan ranges between 35 - 50 years.

14. Zebra - Zebra has a unique pattern of black and white stripes. They are mainly found in Africa. Zebra are part of the equidae family along with horse and donkeys. Their lifespan is 20 – 30 years.
15. Fox - The fox is a scavenger carnivorous dog. Foxes are characterised by sharp muzzle and fluffy tail. Colour of the fur can be red, brown, black, grey, silver or white. Tip of the tail is always white. Tips of their ears and feet are always black. Fox is a nocturnal mammal. Fox tend to live for 6 – 7 years.
16. Bison – Bison are massive animals, characterised by their long, shaggy brown coats, have poor eyesight but acute hearing and an excellent sense of smell. Bison are herbivores and eat simple foods. Their main foodstuff is grass and sedges. Their lifespan is 15 – 20 years.

17. Wolf - Wolves are excellent hunters and have been found to be living in more places in the world than any other mammal except humans. The wolf is the ancestor of all breeds of domestic dog. Lifespan of wolf is between 10 to 12 years.

18. Rhinoceros - Rhinoceros means ‘nose horn.’ Rhinoceros averages about 1.5 tons in weight & have thick, protective skin that is roughly 1.5cm thick. Rhinoceros are often hunted by humans for their horns. Rhinos are herbivorous animals. They eat grass, shrubs, leaves and shoots. Rhinoceros have the lifespan of about 35 to 50 years.

19. Hippopotamus - The name hippopotamus means ‘river horse.’ Hippopotamuses spend a large amount of time in water such as rivers, lakes and swamps. Hippopotamuses have short legs, a huge mouth and a body shaped like a barrel. Hippos typically live for around 45 years.

20. Bear - Bears are large dog like mammals found all around the world. Most bears are nocturnal & solitary animals. Bears have been hunted for their meat and fur. Expected lifespan is between 15 – 35 years.

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