Welcome to the Big Zoo!
We live in an amazing world with around 8.7 million species of animals on our planet Earth.
Our mission is to create a fun and educational website where both kids and adults can learn all about the incredible animal kingdom and how to care for it in our ever changing world.
Highlighted Species
An in-depth look at several various species of animals from all across the globe. Learn about their habitat, food, and lifestyle.
Animal Alphabet
We’ve compiled a comprehensive list of (almost) every known animal that starts with each letter of the alphabet.
America’s Best Zoos
Read our review of the top rated zoos. See the coolest and rarest animals on the planet for a life changing experience!
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The Answer
The ostrich is the only bird in the world that has eyeballs that are bigger than its brain!
It’s a …
Most marine animals like fish, sharks, lobsters, and crabs can breathe underwater. However, other marine animals that live part or …
Ice Age is an American media franchise focused on a group of animals surviving the Paleolithic ice age. It includes …
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Scientific Name
Canis lupus baileyiAlso Called: Mexican Wolf or Lobo
Description
Of the five subspecies of gray wolves in North America, the Mexican …
Master Shifu, the character voiced by Dustin Hoffman in the Kung Fu Panda franchise, is one of the main supporting …
Scientific Name
Panthera leo krugeriAlso called: Transvaal lion
Description
The lion is known as “The King of the Jungle” and has not earned …
Zoo Boise is one of the most popular attractions in Southern Idaho. The 10-acre establishment which also happens to be …
Over millions of years, animals have evolved in various ways to adapt to their environment and ensure the continuity of …
If you’re looking for a fun-filled family adventure in the US, you can never go wrong with any one of …
Scientific Name
Giraffa camelopardalis reticulata
Description
Also known as the Somali Giraffe, the Reticulated Giraffe is a subspecies of giraffe that is native …
Scientific Name
Panthera tigris sumatrae
Description
The Sumatran Tiger is one of the largest tigers in the tigers subspecies, although it’s smaller than …
Scientific Name
BabyrousaAlso referred to as: Deer-Pig
Description
Also known as “deer-pig”, the Babirusa is a pig-like creature in the swine family, although …
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Pteranodon longiceps
Description
Pronounced “Te-RAN-uh-DON” which means “winged and toothless”, the pteranodon is a prehistoric animal that was not considered either …
Scientific Name
Suricata suricatta
Description
Also known as suricate, the Meerkat is a relative of the mongoose family that is found in Southern …
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Rhinoceros UnicornisAlso Known as: Greater Asian Rhinoceros
Description
Also known as the Greater One-Horned Rhinoceros or Indian Rhino, the Greater Indian …
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Pandinus imperator
Description
The Emperor Scorpion is one of the largest scorpion species in the world, with adult emperor scorpions averaging …