Animals That Start with D

Read below for information on 0 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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List of Animals That Start 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!

Dachshund Mix

This Dachshund mix is generally not suited for multi-pet homes because of their high prey drive.

Daeodon

Scientists don't know whether daedon had scales, feathers, fur, or something else.

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!

Dalmatian Mix

These canine’s spots are distinctive in their placement, including different shaped markings, making them unique.

Damselfish

Damselfish belong to the family Pomacentridae

Dandie Dinmont Terrier

The Dandie Dinmont Terrier is the only breed recognized by the AKC that is named after a literary character.

Daniff

Danios

These fish make a popular choice for aquarium hobbyists due to their hardy nature.

Danish Swedish Farmdog

Dapple Dachshund

A Dapple Dachshund’s dappling pattern may be just one spot, or it may be numerous spots and splashes on their coat.

Dark-Eyed Junco

They are called snowbirds because many subspecies reappear in the winter.

Dark-Eyed Junco

Darkling Beetle

Darkling Beetles have segmented antennae. Each one is divided into eleven segments.

Darwin’s fox

It’s not a “true fox.”

Darwin’s Frog

Camouflages itself as a dead leaf!

Daug

Because the Daug is so rare, they fetch a pretty penny. Dog lovers can pay up to $3,000 for one of these pups!

De Brazza’s Monkey

They forage on plants and fruits and act as seed dispersers, helping their environment.

De Kay’s Brown Snake

They have specialized jaws for removing snails from shells.

Death Adder

The Death Adder is more closely related to the Cobra than other Australian snakes.

Death’s Head Cockroach

People buy Death's Head Cockroach nymphs and raise them as pets!

Deathwatch Beetle

The adult deathwatch beetle taps on the wood to find a mate.

Decorator Crab

Recycle old decorations when they molt

Deer

There are around 40 different species!

Deer Head Chihuahua

The Chihuahua is the smallest dog breed in the world.

Deer Mouse

Roughly 60 different species of deer mice range from Canada to Central America!

Deer Tick

Commonly found on white-tailed deer

Deinocheirus

Despite being bipedal, Deinocheirus had a large forearm

Deinosuchus

Deinosuchus was probably the biggest crocodilian that ever lived

Desert Ghost Ball Python

Desert ghost ball pythons are even more beautiful when they're bred with another type like enchi ball pythons.

Desert Kingsnake

The desert kingsnake rolls over and plays dead when it feels threatened.

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!

Desert Wolf

These tiny wolves prefer to cohabitate in pairs or groups of three (generally two males and a female).

Desmostylus

Desmostylus has no living descendant.

Deutsche Bracke

Has long drop ears and a long narrow tail!

Devil’s Coach Horse Beetle

The Devil’s coach horse beetle can emit a noxious substance to deter predators

Devon Rex

Dhole

Only 2,000 left in the wild!

Diamond Python

These pythons live at higher altitudes and further south than any other python species.

Diamondback Moth

Adult males make high amplitude boing noise to attract females

Dickcissel

They have a unique call that they are named for.

Dickinsonia

Dik-Dik

Dik-diks use a tar-like liquid from their eye glands to mark their territory!

Dilophosaurus

Dilophosaurus was the largest predatory dinosaur in North America during the Early Jurassic Epoch of the Jurassic Period.

Dimetrodon

Dimetrodon was among the largest predators of the Early Permian Period.

Diminutive Woodrat

The presence of a Nelsonia tail in a tree indicates that these woodrats may be arboreal at times.

Dingo

Natively found on the Australian continent!

Dinocrocuta

Dinocrucuta had very strong jaws capable of crushing bones.

Dinofelis

Dinopithecus

The only species currently recognized of this ancient baboon is Dinopithecus ingens.

Dinosaur Shrimp

These "shrimp" evolved to survive very harsh climates, which is one reason they have been able to live so long.

Dinosaurs

Diplodocus

Their long tales could have been used as a whip!

Diprotodon

Diprotodon was the largest marsupial that ever lived.

Dire Wolf

Disco Clam

Can spray acidic mucus at predators

Discus

One of the only schooling Cichlids!

Diving Bell Spider (Water Spider)

Diving bell spiders can breathe underwater using an air bubble on their abdomen

Diving Duck

Diving ducks can forage for food at depths of over 40 feet and stay underwater for up to one minute.

Doberman Pinscher

A gentle, loyal and loving breed!

Dobsonfly

The dobsonfly spends up three years as a larva, and only a week as an adult.

Dodo

Native to the island of Mauritius!

Doedicurus

Deodicurus was one of the largest glyptodonts to have ever lived.

Dog

First domesticated in South-East Asia!

Dog Tick

Dog ticks feed on dogs and other mammals

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!

Dorgi

The Dorgi is one of the more popular mixed breed dogs.

Dorkie

Dorkies are so laid-back they sometimes need extra incentive to exercise each day.

Dorking Chicken

They are docile birds, so do not mix them with dominant breeds like Cornish chickens and Old English Game.; otherwise, they will quickly fall to the bottom of the pecking order.