1. wolf
   mule
2. turtle
   Bengal cat

Mules have long been used as packing animals, as they can climb up hills and mountains well with large loads tied to their backs. They are still used for this purpose in many places today.

1. pygmy goat
   ferret
2. puma
   sloth

The sloth is an animal that moves so little, it is thought of as lazy. There are different types of sloths, including the three-toed sloth and the giant ground sloth.

1. frog
   mule
2. lion
   cheetah

Do you think you could outrun a cheetah? You’d have to be much faster than the fastest human on earth, even faster than some cars on the highway. Cheetahs can run up to 75 mph in short bursts!

1. skunk
   serval
2. house cat
   elephant

Skunks have not been known as great buddies to humans, except to the few who take the black-and-white striped creature in as a pet. If you see one of these in the wild, watch out, its spray will leave you stinking for days!

1. bobcat
   raccoon
2. grizzly bear
   cow

All over the world, cows are a well-used and worked farm animal, except in India, where they are revered as sacred.

1. horse
   fox
2. bird
   lynx

Horses have long been man’s companion and mode of transportation. They even delivered mail! The Pony Express was a mail delivery service that consisted of postmen and their horses.

1. otter
   dingo
2. polar bear
   sloth

Otters may look cute while splishing and splashing together in the water, but they also can be detrimental to a body of water’s fish population. They are carnivores, and can be aggressive eaters.

1. turtle
   donkey
2. parrot
   kinkajou

What is a kinkajou? It is a mammal that lives in the rainforest. It has a long tail, and crawls around on all fours, and has a face that looks like a tiny bear. This could be why its nicknamed the ‘honey bear.’

1. Salmon
   Coyote
2. Pygmy goat
   Hedgehog

The pygmy goat is a breed made for fairs and zoos. This small, cute goat is especially loved by children.

1. Raccoon
   Squirrel
2. Coyote
   Wolf

Raccoons are known for being little thieves, because of their looks and habits. They are nocturnal critters that rifle through garbage during the night. The coloring on their faces make a mask-like figure, giving the look of a bandit.

1. jack rabbit
   elephant
2. lab rat
   alligator

Elephants are used as a mode of transportation and as pack animals in Thailand, India and Myanmar. They are also used for logging and tourism.

1. Bobcat
   Raccoon
2. Woodchuck
   Trout

If you see one of these animals, consider it a rarity. Because bobcats are nocturnal and elusive, they are not often spotted by humans. They live in deserts, forests and swamps in North America.

1. zebra
   brown bear
2. horse
   donkey

Did you know that zebras technically are black with white stripes? They are born with this color pattern, and usually their black color turns darker as they grow up.

1. lion
   pygmy goat
2. rhinoceros
   porcupine

This majestic, social creature lives in groups called lion prides. Prides have mostly females, their cubs and a couple of males who protect the group.

1. Chipmunk
   Donkey
2. Fox
   Skunk

You guessed it, Chip and Dale are chipmunks! These tiny, cute creatures are known for scavenging nuts and seeds, and climbing up trees.

1. Grizzly bear
   Koala
2. Panda bear
   Mouse

Panda bears are known for munching on bamboo. But did you know they munch and crunch all day long? No wonder they are a bit plump. They sure are cute though!

1. house cat
   skunk
2. fox
   hedgehog

Hedgehogs are round and have brownish-black spines all over their bodies. Do you remember Sonic the Hedgehog? Just imagine him without the blue color!

1. lynx
   cow
2. camouflage poison dart frog
   anteater

This frog’s color is toned down from the poison dart frog, which allows them to protect themselves from predators. Did you know that if these frogs are raised in captivity, they will not produce poison?

1. wild boar
   arctic fox
2. dingo
   frog

This animal lives in many places in the world, but is native to Europe and north-west Africa. It will eat almost anything, like a pig, even manure!

1. Dog
   Spider
2. Ferret
   Mule

The European polecat is the wild version of the ferret. Ferrets are kept as pets, and have a mixture of black, brown and white fur.

1. ferret
   groundhog
2. polar bear
   goat

The polar bear is a massive, powerful creature with white fur. Its white fur helps it blend in with its snow and ice filled surroundings.

1. mule
   zebra
2. wild boar
   lynx

The Lynx is a medium-sized wild cat, and is related to the bobcat. It has pretty, tall, pointed ears and extra-long hind legs. Depending on where it lives, it can be white and grey, or a dark orange with black spots.

1. red fox
   wild boar
2. ox
   yak

This type of fox is the largest of all foxes, with adults being up to 31 pounds in size. They have red tint to their fur, along with other black and white markings. Like many other animals, red foxes mark their territory with urine and feces.

1. Polar bear
   Tasmanian devil
2. Salamander
   Pig

This creature is somewhat of a mystery, as it is only seen on Australia’s island, Tasmania. There are only about 12,000 of them left.

1. dingo
   deer
2. elk
   bunny

The dingo is a wild dog native to Australia. It can help farmers by eating rabbits and rats, and is a cultural icon in Australia.

1. Mouse
   Coyote
2. Horse
   Tasmanian devil

Coyotes are smaller than the average medium-sized domestic dog, and eat mice, berries, insects and other small things. They live in more civilized areas than wolves, who live up in the mountains.

1. Black bear
   Monkey
2. Gorilla
   Porcupine

Watch out! Porcupines protect themselves with their pokey spines that protrude from their bodies. They’ll roll up into a sharp, pointy ball when afraid.

1. ringtail cat
   gazelle
2. bobcat
   black bear

This creature is known for being swift and graceful. It is in the antelope family, and can finesse a run that goes up to 60 mph!

1. elephant
   fox
2. serval
   hedgehog

The serval looks a lot like a leopard or cheetah, but it is its own animal. This wild African cat eats small animals, such as frogs or rats. It has long legs and a small, cat-like head.

1. Rhinoceros
   Panther
2. Squirrel
   Groundhog

Do you really think the groundhog can predict an early or late spring? Either way, the U.S. celebrates Groundhog Day on February 2nd. In the morning, a groundhog is observed coming out of its burrow. If it sees its shadow, spring is said to come soon!

1. lion
   yak
2. turtle
   frog

If you get a turtle as a pet, you may or may not get to see its face. A turtle has the ability to retreat its legs and head into the safe protection of its hard shell. They do this when they feel threatened, so as long as you are a good owner, you should be able to look your friend in the eye.

1. red fox
   polar bear
2. sheep
   badger

This animal walks on all of its short four legs, is rather plump, and has a long head that is marked with wide black and white stripes. You don’t need to worry about getting preyed upon by a badger. They are omnivores.

1. Ringtail cat
   Panda bear
2. Salamander
   Hedgehog

The ringtail cat is a small, long creature that is in the raccoon family. Its tail is almost as long as its body; it's bushy and thick with black and white stripes.

1. Gorilla
   Cow
2. Grizzly bear
   Pony

How can you tell the difference between a grizzly and black bear? Black bears are smaller, and do not have the neck hump that grizzlies do. Both types can be brown, black, blonde or cinnamon.

1. Arctic fox
   jaguar
2. okapi
   polar bear

This central-African animal has interesting coloring and is known as the zebra giraffe. It has black and white stripes on its hind end and the top of its back legs, and the lower part of its back legs are completely white. Its front legs and face also have black and white stripes. The rest of its body is a solid dark color.

1. gazelle
   otter
2. jaguar
   panda bear

Jaguars look similar to leopards and are mostly found in the Amazon rainforest. They can also be found in places in the U.S. Be careful, they kill victims by surprise and can kill an animal instantly.

1. Malayan tapir
   Otter
2. Badger
   horse

This 4-legged creature goes by multiple names, including the Malayan Tapir, cipan, and tenuk. It looks like a cross between a hog and small horse, with a pointy snout.

1. grizzly bear
   bighorn sheep
2. polar bear
   black bear

Bighorn sheep have bold, u-shaped horns that come on either side of their heads. They must have strong necks; their horns are about 10 percent of their entire body weight.

1. Squirrel
   Rhinoceros
2. Alligator
   Chipmunk

Rhinos are hefty animals that could take another animal or human down quickly. They can charge their massive bodies at high speeds, so watch out!

1. hedgehog
   lion
2. house cat
   arctic fox

This stunning creature looks like a soft, fluffy white cloud. Its fur is all white, with a dainty black nose and eyes.

1. cheetah
   lion
2. fennec fox
   yak

How is a fennec fox different from a fox? It has very large ears that stick straight out from its small body. It is found in North Africa, specifically in the Sahara desert.

1. okapi
   Bengal cat
2. anteater
   horse

The small, tame version of a leopard or jungle cat is the Bengal cat. This is a specially bred cat that is domestic and taken for a pet.

1. Bear
   Eagle
2. Salamander
   Okapi

This slender, slimy 4-legged creature lives in the wild, and some types can be a pet. Don’t take in the Chinese giant salamander as a pet though. It can be up to 4 feet long! Yikes!

1. Lion
   Tree frog
2. Big-horned sheep
   Puma

Pumas are speedy, swift cats that live in the Americas. They are also known as panthers or cougars.

1. capybaras
   mouse
2. ox
   elephant

Are you scared of rats or mice? If so, it’s suggested to stay away from this large rodent who can weigh up to 150 pounds. Yikes!

1. yak
   Brazilian tapir
2. puma
   ringtail cat

Where do yaks live? In the Himalayas, Mongolia, Russia and in the Tibetan Plateau. They are labeled as a vulnerable species, since they were heavily hunted in the mid 1900’s.

1. wolf
   yak
2. cow
   dog

Let’s check the facts. Wolves do not howl at the moon. They howl at night, since they are nocturnal, giving some people the impression that their calls are directed at the moon. However, their howling is their communicating with other wolves. Wolves hunt and come alive at dusk and at night.

1. mule
   horse
2. hedgehog
   donkey

Did you know that a donkey can be bred with a horse to make a mule? Known for the ‘hee-haw’ call they make, donkeys can be very loud, similar to the donkey in the movie, "Shrek."

1. bighorn sheep
   lynx
2. sloth
   anteater

The anteater is commonly found in South America, but can also be found in Central America and even on the southern tip of Mexico. They do not have teeth, so their long tongue is perfectly made for eating ants!

1. kinkajou
   horse
2. sugar glider
   cat

This creature is very small, and looks similar to a rodent. It has the coloring of a skunk, with its black and white stripes. They are a popular exotic pet.