Read below for information on 37 different animals that start with the letter D, from darwin’s frog to dwarf crocodile. The most popular animal that starts with D is The dodo, an extinct medium sized flightless bird first discovered in the 1590’s. The least popular is the desert tortoise. Some fun facts about D name animals include:
- A desert tortoise can go a whole year without drinking water
- Donkey’s were first domesticated 5,000 years ago
- Dragonflies are the world’s most accurate and deadly hunter, catching more than 95% of prey
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Popular Animals starting with D
Animals that Start with D
Dachsador
This hybrid dog is also known as a Doxador or a Weinerdor.
Dachshund
Fun and playful breed of small dog!
Dalmadoodle
Dalmatians were originally bred to run alongside carriages, and their dalmadoodle descendents have the same long legs and high energy.
Dalmador
Dalmador breeding skyrocketed after the 16 release of the live-action 101 Dalmatians movie.
Dalmatian
Have an energetic and playful nature!
Dapple Dachshund
A Dapple Dachshund’s dappling pattern may be just one spot, or it may be numerous spots and splashes on their coat.
Darwin’s Frog
Camouflages itself as a dead leaf!
Deer
There are around 40 different species!
Deer Head Chihuahua
The Chihuahua is the smallest dog breed in the world.
Desert Locust
Solitary locusts are grey while gregarious locusts are yellow with stripes.
Desert Rain Frog
The desert rain frog doesn't hop
Desert Tortoise
Lives in burrows underground!
Deutsche Bracke
Has long drop ears and a long narrow tail!
Dhole
Only 2,000 left in the wild!
Dingo
Natively found on the Australian continent!
Discus
One of the only schooling Cichlids!
Doberman Pinscher
A gentle, loyal and loving breed!
Dodo
Native to the island of Mauritius!
Dog
First domesticated in South-East Asia!
Dogo Argentino
Loyal and affectionate to their family!
Dogue De Bordeaux
Extremely loyal and devoted to it's master!
Dolphin
Can reach speeds of up to 25 mph!
Donkey
First domesticated 5,000 years ago!
Dorkie
Dorkies are so laid-back they sometimes need extra incentive to exercise each day.
Double Doodle
Exact origin unknown.
Doxiepoo
Doxiepoos are an unpredictable breed that can come in a variety of appearances and sizes.
Doxle
Doxles have long floppy ears
Dragonfish
Dragonfish can emit red light from their eyes
Dragonfly
It's larvae are carnivorous!
Drever
Uncommon outside of Europe!
Drum Fish
The drum fish makes a croaking sound with its swimming bladder!
Duck
Rows of tiny plates line their teeth!
Dugong
Closely related to the Manatee!
Dunker
A friendly and relaxed dog!
Dusky Dolphin
Communicates using whistles, squeaks and clicks!
Dwarf Crocodile
Digs burrows in river banks to rest!
Alphabetical List of Animals That Start with D
- Dachsador
- Dachshund
- Dalmadoodle
- Dalmador
- Dalmatian
- Dapple Dachshund
- Darwin’s Frog
- Deer
- Deer Head Chihuahua
- Desert Locust
- Desert Rain Frog
- Desert Tortoise
- Deutsche Bracke
- Dhole
- Dingo
- Discus
- Doberman Pinscher
- Dodo
- Dog
- Dogo Argentino
- Dogue De Bordeaux
- Dolphin
- Donkey
- Dorkie
- Dormouse
- Double Doodle
- Doxiepoo
- Doxle
- Dragonfish
- Dragonfly
- Drever
- Drum Fish
- Duck
- Dugong
- Dunker
- Dusky Dolphin
- Dwarf Crocodile
Newest Animals that Start with the Letter D
The most recently added Animals that start with the letter D.
Dapple Dachshund
A Dapple Dachshund’s dappling pattern may be just one spot, or it may be numerous spots and splashes on their coat.
Deer Head Chihuahua
The Chihuahua is the smallest dog breed in the world.
Doxle
Doxles have long floppy ears
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