There are many animals that begin with D, therefore, in this list on our site we have selected some of the most popular and others less known so that you can discover new species. Likewise, here you will find animals with the letter D in Spanish and in English, since through this type of vocabulary it is easier to learn a new language like English.
Are you interested in discovering new species and, at the same time, learning a language? Discover the list of animals that start with D shown below.
1. Bottlenose Dolphin (Tursiops truncatus)
The first of the animals with the letter d is a dolphin. The bottlenose dolphin is one of the thirty species of dolphins that exist. It can be found in warm and temperate seas around the world, as well as in the oceans, with the exception of the Arctic and Antarctic areas.
It is characterized by having a large body with a short and wide nose, similar to a bottle. For this reason, it is also called bottlenose dolphin In addition, they are very social, intelligent and skilled animals, as they have a great capacity to perform maneuvers and acrobatics. Check the following article and discover more curious facts about this animal: "Curiosities of dolphins".
Since all dolphins are animals starting with D, here are some more species:
- Pink Dolphin (Inia geoffrensis).
- Common dolphin (Delphinus delphis).
- Indus dolphin (Platanista minor).
- Ganges Dolphin (Platanista gangetica).
- Silver river dolphin (Pontoporia blainvillei).
- Spinner dolphin (Stenella longirostris).
- Pacific white-sided dolphin (Lagenorhynchus obliquidens).
You can also consult this other post about the Types of dolphins that exist.
two. Komodo Dragon (Varanus komodoensis)
The Komodo dragon is the largest lizard species on the planet, reaching 3.5 meters in length and weighing 70 kilos. It lives in open areas with sufficient vegetation, although it can also be found in coastal areas and mountains.
The Komodo dragon is a carnivorous animal that feeds on small mammals, birds and invertebrates. It has a flattened head and a large snout, as well as scaly skin and a tongue divided into two. This last feature allows you to pick up the scents around you.
Is the Komodo dragon dangerous to humans? Find out the answer in the following article on our site or watch the following video on whether the Komodo dragon is poisonous or not.
3. Tasmanian Devil (Sarcophilus harrisii)
The Tasmanian devil is a marsupial native to the island of Tasmania (Australia). It has a broad head and thick tail. His fur is black and coarse.
The name of this species was given to it as a result of the intense screeches it uses to communicate or intimidate its predators. It is threatened due to habitat loss and poaching.
4. Tapir (Tapirus pinchaque)
Another of the animals with the letter D in Spanish is the mountain tapir or tapir. It is a mammal that measures 2.5 meters in length. The coat is short and rough, of a uniform brown color. His face is narrow and long, with the upper lip forming a small proboscis.
This is an animal that lives in jungles and areas near swamps and rivers. The species is herbivorous, feeding on leaves, fruits, seeds and tree bark. It is the largest mammal in South America.
5. Bruce's hyrax (Heterohyrax brucei)
The Bruce hyrax is a mammal found on the African continent, where it inhabits areas with rocky surfaces. Its body is elongated and is covered by dense fur that can vary in shades between gray and brown. It measures 70 cm and weighs up to 8 kilos.
This animal that begins with D feeds on leaves, bark and fruit, although it also eats insects and larvae. It lives in communities of several members, formed by a dominant male and a subordinate one, who take care of the females and the young.
6. Dugong (Dugong dugon)
The dugong is a marine mammal similar to the manatee, since it has an elongated body that exceeds 3 meters in length and reaches 200 kilos of weight. It has two small eyes and ears without protrusions. In addition, it does not have molar teeth, so it "chews" its food using its lips.
According to the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)[1], the dugong is classified as “vulnerable” due to to poaching that suffers for its fat and meat.
7. Dingo (Canis lupus dingo)
The dingo is a species of wolf that lives in Australia and Asia. It is found in very varied areas, such as mountainous and cold forests, arid areas, tropical forests, among others.
The dingo is carnivorous and its habits are very sociable. It is organized in herds that settle in defined territories. It communicates through howls and moans, especially during the breeding season.
8. Rock hyrax (Procavia capensis)
The rock hyrax is another of the animals that begin with D, a mammal that inhabits much of the African continent. It lives in arid zones, forests, cliffs and other areas.
The hyrax has a similar appearance to a guinea pig, the main difference being its ears and much shorter tail. The species reaches 4 kilos.
9. Sea bream (Sparus aurata)
The sea bream is a kind of fish that measures 1 meter and weighs 7 kilos. It has a large, rounded head, thick lips, strong jaws, and a golden stripe between its eyes.
The diet of this fish is based on crustaceans, molluscs and other fish, although sometimes it also feeds on algae and marine plants.
10. Dec-Dec of Kirk (Madoqua kirkii)
Kirk's Dec-Dec is an antelope measuring 70 cm and weighing 8 kilos. It is native to Africa, where it is found in dry areas, but with enough vegetation to feed. Their diet is rich in shrubs, bushes, herbs and fruits.
As for its appearance, it has a varied coloration, from yellowish gray to reddish brown on its back. The belly, meanwhile, is gray or white. The males have horns on their heads.
eleven. Dalmatian (Canis lupus familiaris)
Although it is not a species in itself, the Dalmatian dog can be considered another of the animals with the letter D. This dog breed is characterized by having completely white fur, bathed in black spots.
Dalmatians are very strong animals, with great resistance and a lot of energy, so they need to go running frequently. A large percentage of Dalmatian puppies are born deaf and are prone to developing kidney stones.
Animals with the letter D in English
If you have been wanting to know more animals that start with D, here is a list of animals with the letter D in English. Do you know any of them?
Darwin's frog (Rhinoderma darwinii)
The Darwin's frogis a small amphibian named after him because it was found by Charles Darwin during his voyages to exploration of it. This species presents sexual dimorphism, since the females are larger than the males. Skin color varies, although the most common is in shades of green. It is found in South America, especially between Chile and Argentina.
Deer (Cervus elaphus)
The word deer is used to name the cervo, a mammal found in much of North America and Europe. It is characterized by its brown or reddish fur, accompanied by antlers in males.
The deer is a herbivorous animal, so it feeds only on grass, leaves and bushes.
Discus (Symphysodon aequifasciatus)
The discus fish is a species of fish that lives in calm waters with abundant vegetation and, although in Spanish it does not start with D, in English it is part of the list of animals with the letter D. It is found in South America, in the tributaries of the Amazon River.
The species is distinguished by the shape of its body, which is large and has a smooth skin surface. The color varies between green, brown and blue.
Donkey (Equus asinus)
The word donkey is used to name the donkey This is an equine that is found almost everywhere in the world and is often used as a pack animal. The species has long ears and a prominent snout. The color of the fur varies between gray, white or brown. It reaches up to 1.30 cm in height at the withers.
Dormouse (Eliomys quercinus)
Dormouse is the term used to name the dormouse, so this is another of the animals with D in English. It is a rodent of 17 cm and 150 grams, that is, it is distinguished by its small size. The dormouse lives in rocky areas, coniferous forests and even in urban environments in Europe and Africa.
Desert tortoise (Gopherus agassizii)
The desert tortoise is a species native to North America. In English it is called desert tortoise, since they are found in the Mojave desert (United States). The species feeds on plants and herbs that it finds in its path. It measures 36 cm and weighs up to 7 kilos.
Dusky rattlesnake (Crotalus durissus)
This is the dark rattlesnake. This is a kind of snake that is characterized by the sound of the rattle on its tail.
The species is native to the American continent, where it is found from Canada to Argentina. Its bite is poisonous.
Dung beetle (Scarabaeus laticollis)
The last of the animals that begin with D in English is the dung beetle or dung beetle Its name comes from the fact that these Animals collect the dung of other species and form a ball, which they use to lay their eggs. In addition, the species is coprophagous, that is, it feeds on dung. It is possible to find it in almost the whole world, except for the Antarctic area.
Other animals with D in Spanish
Now that we have seen some examples of animals that begin with D, we are going to number a few others that you may also be interested in:
- Dromedary
- Thorny Devil
- Dentex
- Outrage
- Dole
- Marble Snapdragon
- Diuca
- Dodo
