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Mammal Words Vocabulary Decoder Worksheet

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F =  G =  H =  I =  J = 
K =  L =  M =  N =  O = 
         
 
A. orangutan  B. chimpanzee  C. giraffee  D. zebra  E. tapir 
F. cheetah  G. manatee  H. elephant  I. lemur  J. hippopotamus 
K. panda  L. kangaroo  M. baboon  N. yak  O. gibbon 
         
 

1. a species of ape known for its ability to rapidly move through trees by swinging on branches, its ability to walk on two legs, and the white area of fur around its face

2. the largest land animal alive today characterized by large ears and a long prehensile trunk

3. a member of the cat family characterized by tan fur with dark spots, tremendous speed, and un-retractable claws

4. a mammal very similar in appearance and characteristics to domesticated cattle, but have long hair to protect them from the cold weather of their native environment

5. a land mammal known for its long tail, strong legs, and jumping ability

6. a herbivorous mammal that resembles a pig, characterized by a short prehensile snout

7. a species of monkey characterized by an elongated muzzle and protruding, often pink buttocks

8. an endangered species of bear, most recognized by its black and white coloration

9. a horse-like mammal characterized by its white and black stripes

10. an endangered aquatic mammal with a large, rounded body, small head, single rear paddle-like flipper, and two smaller flippers on its side


11. a species of ape characterized by long, powerful arms, the ability to walk upright, and use tools

12. a large herbivorous, semi-aquatic mammal that spends the majority of its time in the water usually only coming on land to graze; characterized by an obese body, short legs, and huge mouth

13. an endangered species of ape characterized by its reddish-brown fur, arms that are twice as long as its legs, and its ability to stand upright

14. a large herbivorous mammal with long legs and neck reaching heights of almost 20 feet

15. a small endangered primate with elongated fingers, known for its ability to travel in the trees aided by its long, strong, prehensile tail


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