There are countless animals on the entire planet Earth that can be classified according to their reproduction, according to their diet or according to their habitat, among others. However, it is not surprising that we can also classify animals according to the letter they start with. An example of this is the following article on our site, where we are going to number some of the animals that begin with S, in addition to commenting on some of their characteristics.
Salmon
Salmon (Salmo) is a marine fish that belongs to the genus Salmo, just like trout. These are fish found around almost the entire world, since only a few very specific species live in Europe and Asia.
One of the curiosities of salmon is that they are a diadromous genus, that is, they are born in fresh water, go to s alt water to grow and return to the same fresh waters to reproduce. On the other hand, there are more than 20 different species of salmon, among which we can highlight the Salmo abanticus, the Salmo akairos, the Salmo chilo and the Salmo dentex.
Snake
Snakes (Serpentes) are reptiles that stand out for their absence of limbs. Their anatomy is based on an elongated body with a backbone and skeleton that allows them to move both on land and in water,
They are carnivorous animals that feed on insects, other fish, frogs and even eggs in order to survive. Although in some areas they are considered a pest, snakes are of great help as they control the rodent population.
Check this other article on the Classification of Vertebrate Animals.
Firing salamander
Also known as the common salamander, salamanders (Salamandra salamandra) are amphibians that stand out for their small size, since they can measure from 18 to 28 centimeters. All of their skin is smooth, but the contrast of colors draws attention to them, since their background is black but with striking bright yellow regions. It is an ovoviviparous animal with a terrestrial habitat and night habits that lives in humid forests.
Discover in the following article on our site the most endangered amphibians in the world: names and photos.
European ground squirrel
Scientifically known as Spermophilus citellus, the European ground squirrel is a rodent that lives in the plains of Western Europe Its origin is found in Bulgaria, more than a million years ago. It has an anatomy similar to that of the marmot, since its body is slightly thin with short legs. Currently, four subspecies of the European ground squirrel are known:
- Spermophilus citellus citellus
- Spermophilus citellus Gradojevici
- Spermophilus citellus istricus
- Spermophilus citellus martinoi
This is a species that has already disappeared in Germany and is highly endangered in the Czech Republic.
Shad
The Prochilodus lineatus is a species of fish that inhabits the rivers of South America, especially those regions such as Paraná, Uruguay and Paraguay. Although its common name is sábalo, it is also known as sábalo jetón, chupabarro or barrero.
It has a size of up to 60 cm and can exceed 6 kg in weight. Its anatomy is elongated and compressed, with a color between gray and green with yellow scales. A curious thing about tarpon is that it is the most abundant species in the Río de Plata, since it makes up more than 60% of the biomass in this place.
Discover more River fish: names and photos in this other post that we recommend.
Toad
The common toad, known as Bufo bufo, is an anuran amphibian within the Bufonidae family that inhabits the stagnant waters and rafts of all of EuropeIt is an animal that we will hardly be able to see during the day, since it hides and only comes out at dusk and at night to feed on invertebrates. It is characterized by having a lumpy appearance and a brown to gray color. In addition, he is known for the jumps he makes when moving and his slowness.
We recommend that you take a look at this article on our site about the Types of toads: names and characteristics.
Meerkat
Meerkats (Suricata suricatta) are small mammals that belong to the mongoose family. They have a small body, although long and slender. In this way, when they are threatened by their predators, they arch their backs to appear larger and more offensive. They are grouped by clans of between 10 and 30 meerkats, although some of them have even reached more than 50.
If you want more information, don't hesitate to read these other two articles on Meerkats as pets and Mongooses: what they are, types, characteristics and habitat.
Sepia
Sepiida is a type of cephalopod mollusk which is also known as cuttlefish, cachón or cuttlefish. Cuttlefish can measure up to 45 cm and weigh between 2 and 4 kg. They are mainly found in the eastern Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea, although they have also been seen in the waters of Africa.
This is a marine animal that inhabits sandy or muddy substrates and, although they spend the spring and summer in coastal waters, in autumn and winter they migrate to deepfrom 100 to 200 meters.
You may also be interested in this other article on the Types of molluscs: characteristics and examples.
Great Crested Grebe
Another of the animals that start with S is the Great Crested Grebe, Podiceps cristatus, a species of podicipediform bird that inhabits wetlands from Africa, Australia, Melanesia and New Zealand. It can measure up to 51 cm and weigh 1.5 kg. When they become adults their features are notable for having head decoration and a long neck. It is an animal that feeds on fish, crustaceans, insects and small frogs that they capture when submerged in the water.
We leave you to consult this post on the Characteristics of birds and have more information on the subject.
Sula
Another bird that starts with S is the sula. It is a genus of waterfowl that is distributed throughout the tropical oceans and is characterized by having a long and pointed beak In addition, its legs contrast sharply with its elongated body since they are very short. Their feet are facing backwards so they can swim better, though they do give them a clumsy look when on land.
See more information about waterfowl: types, characteristics, names and examples, in this other post on our site that we suggest.
Other animals that start with S
Next, we are going to number a series of animals that also start with S:
- Plaice
- Ape
- Serval
- Saola
- Leech
- Grasshopper
- Saiga
- Sardine
- Yellow Surucuá
- Surubíes
- Red Subepalo
- Sahuí
- Serete
- Dwarf Mermaid
- Lesser Mermaid
- Senior Mermaid
- Sarrio
- Jumpy
- Ringed Salamander
- Four-toed Salamander
- Red-backed Salamander
- Apennine Salamander
- Spring salamander
- Chinese salamander
- Giant American Salamander
- Chinese giant salamander
- Cave Salamander
- Jackson's Salamander
- Luschan's Salamander
- Paghman's Salamander
- Torrent salamander
- Blue-spotted salamander
- Sichuan salamander
- Tennessee Salamander
- Satina salamander
- Sauria
- Atlantic Sauro
- Midwife Toad
- Pseudosporion
- Andean solitaire
Extinct animals beginning with S
Let's also see a brief list of those extinct animals that begin with S and that may also interest you.
- S altopus
- S altasaurus
- Saichania
- Golden Frog
- Sanchusaurus
- Sanpasaurus
- Segisaurus
- Silvisaurus
- Shuosaurus
- Syntarsus
- Sinosaurus
- Symphyrophus
- Sinocoelurus
- Siamosaurus
- Syngonosaurus
