Animals that Start with L

Updated: October 11, 2022
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Read below for information on 98 different animals that start with the letter L, from ladybirds to lynx. The most popular animal that starts with the letter L is the lion, the apex predator in Africa. The least popular L animal is the leopard tortoise, the most widely distributed tortoise in all of Africa. Some fun facts about letter L name animals are:

  • Leopards spend most of their time high in trees
  • Lobsters can grow as old as 100 years
  • Ligers are real animals bred from male lions and female tigers, though are not believed to exist in the wild. They are the largest feline species in the world.

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Alphabetical List of Animals That Start with L

Animals that Start with L

Labahoula

Labahoula Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Carnivora
Family
Canidae
Genus
Canis
Scientific Name
Canis lupus

Fun Fact: The AKC does not recognize this breed or the parent breed Catahoula

Owning one of these dogs is much like having another human child in the family. They crave time spent with their owners and do not like being left out of activities. Labahoula is a mixed breed from a Labrador retriever and a Louisiana Catahoula leopard dog. It is believed the breed was first developed in […] Read More


Labmaraner

Labmaraner Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Carnivora
Family
Canidae
Genus
Canis
Scientific Name
Canis lupus

Fun Fact: Loves to participate in activities.

Labmaraners are prized working dogs. They are used as guide dogs and in search and rescue as well as hunting and retrieving. The Labmaraner, also called Weimaraner Lab, Labraraner, or Weimador, is a hybrid, mixed, or designer dog breed that is a cross between a Labrador Retriever and a Weimaraner. It is a large-sized dog […] Read More


Labout’s Fairy Wrasse

Labout’s Fairy Wrasse Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Actinopterygii
Order
Labriformes
Family
Labridae
Genus
Cirrhilabrus
Scientific Name
Cirrhilabrus laboutei

Fun Fact: Females are sequential hermaphrodites, which means they can convert to males anytime during their life cycle.

Labout’s fairy wrasse occurs in small groups on the outer reefs of the Great Barrier Reef and New Caledonia. These stunning fish have a distinctive pattern of colors ranging from red, yellow, and orange, with a blue head and nose. While the males and females are similar in color, the males experience an increase in […] Read More


Labrabull

Labrabull Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Carnivora
Family
Canidae
Genus
Canis
Scientific Name
Canis lupus

Fun Fact: Labrabulls are incredibly clever, and training them is easy because they love to please and don't have a stubborn bone in their body.

The Labrabull is a cross between a Labrador Retriever and Pittbull Terrier. They were crossbred to create a breed that portrays the best traits of both parents and weed out any negative characteristics. These hybrids are perfect for dog lovers who are looking for a friendly yet protective companion. However, Labrabulls are not for everyone […] Read More


Labradane

Labradane Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Carnivora
Family
Canidae
Genus
Canis
Scientific Name
Canis lupus

Fun Fact: Labradanes can come with both sold-color coats and the more exciting patterns that you typically see on Great Danes.

Labradanes aren’t recognized as an official breed.They are listed in the designer dog registry. Breeders currently suspect that these pups were first created in the 1980s in response to the rising trend of labrador hybrids. Labradanes are designer dogs that are bred by mixing a Great Dane with a Labrador Retriever. The result is a […] Read More


Labradoodle

Labradoodle Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Carnivora
Family
Canidae
Genus
Canis
Scientific Name
Canis Lupus

Fun Fact: Friendly and energetic mix-breed!

The Complete Guide For Owners Labradoodles are a “designer breed” of dog that is a cross between a poodle and a Labrador retriever. They sometimes resemble stuffed animals with their sweet faces and curly coats, and their friendly temperaments make them popular pets. The breed was created in Australia in 1989 by a man named […] Read More


Labrador Retriever

Labrador Retriever Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Carnivora
Family
Canidae
Genus
Canis
Scientific Name
Canis lupus

Fun Fact: Well-balanced, friendly and versatile!

According to the rankings by the American Kennel Club, the Labrador Retriever is the most popular dog breed. Breed History Labrador Retrievers are a gun dog breed that was bred from Canadian fishing dogs found in the Labrador Territory, northwest of and in Newfoundland. These ancestors of today’s labrador were also known as St. John’s […] Read More


Labraheeler

Labraheeler Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Carnivora
Family
Canidae
Genus
Canis
Scientific Name
Canis lupus

Fun Fact: A Labraheeler is a good choice for a watchdog as it do whatever it can to keep its family safe!

These are athletic dogs so training them can often be a fun activity. They don’t tire easily and can train for hours at a stretch. A Labraheeler is a hybrid dog that has been created with a mix of the Labrador Retriever and the Australian Cattle Dog, which is also known as the red or […] Read More


Labrottie

Labrottie Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Carnivora
Family
Canidae
Genus
Canis
Scientific Name
Canis lupus familiaris

Fun Fact: Labrotties will goof around clownishly to get laughs and attention.

The Labrottie is a hybrid of two popular breeds: the Labrador retriever and the Rottweiler. It is known by several names, including the Rottador, Rottwador, and Labweiler. While both of its parent breeds are nearly 2,000 years old, the Labrottie is a new breed, likely developed in the United States in the 1990s. Labrotties are […] Read More


Lace Bug

Lace Bug Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Arthropoda
Class
Insecta
Order
Hemiptera
Family
Tingidae

Fun Fact: May bite when threatened

Summary A common pest with a painful bite, the lace bug is a member of the family Tingidae. They get their name from their intricate, lace-like wings and pronotum. This bug are found worldwide and feed on a narrow range of host plants. They typically live their entire lives on the same plant, which they […] Read More


Lace Monitor

Lace Monitor Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Reptilia
Order
Squamata
Family
Varanidae
Genus
Varanus
Scientific Name
Varanus varius

Fun Fact: When communicating, they make a loud, terrifying hissing sound, and they will strike any potential danger with their mighty tails.

Lace monitors are massive reptiles native to Australia. There are two types of lace monitors, each with its own coloring. The first type is dark grey to bluish-black and covered in cream spots. It has a black head and snout with distinguished black and yellow bands under the chin, extending to the neck. In addition, […] Read More


Ladybug

Ladybug Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Arthropoda
Class
Insecta
Order
Coleoptera
Family
Coccinellidae

Fun Fact: There are more than 5,000 species worldwide!

Ladybird beetles, otherwise known as ladybugs, have been to outer space and had no problem catching prey in Zero-G. The typical description of the ladybug discusses the red shell and black spots, but there are many different patterns. In fact, the number of spots can even differentiate between the many species around today. They have […] Read More


Ladyfish

Ladyfish Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Actinopterygii
Order
Elopiformes
Family
Elopidae
Genus
Elops
Scientific Name
E. saurus

Fun Fact: Ladyfish are aggressive fighter when hooked, making them a favorite of anglers.

Despite not being very yummy, Ladyfish are regularly caught by anglers. The Ladyfish is a long, slender saltwater fish found in the western North Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico. They are also sometimes known as skipjacks or tenpounders.  While they are not the best fish for eating, they are a popular sport fish for […] Read More


Lagotto Romagnolo

Lagotto Romagnolo Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Carnivora
Family
Canidae
Genus
Canis
Scientific Name
Canis lupus

Fun Fact: The Lagotto Romagnolo is the only internationally recognized purebred truffle-hunting dog.

Introduction The Lagotto Romagnolo is an older breed, developed in Italy to hunt waterfowl in the 1600s (possibly dating back to Etruscan civilization before the 2nd century BC.) The breed was later trained to hunt truffles and is the only purebred recognized as a truffle hunter. The Lagotto even showed up in Renaissance paintings of […] Read More


Lake Sturgeon

Lake Sturgeon Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Actinopterygii
Order
Acipenseriformes
Family
Acipenseridae
Genus
Acipenser
Scientific Name
Acipenser fulvescens

Fun Fact: Its skeleton is part cartilage and part bone.

“The lake sturgeon is considered a living fish fossil.” Also called the rock sturgeon, this strange-looking, laid-back, long-lived fish hasn’t changed much since the Pleistocene epoch. Its body sports dinosaur-like scutes and like a shark its skeleton is made up mostly of cartilage. Despite its rough looks, its flesh and roe are delectable, and overfishing […] Read More


Lake Trout

Lake Trout Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Actinopterygii
Order
Salmoniformes
Family
Salmonidae
Genus
Salvelinus
Scientific Name
Salvelinus namaycush

Fun Fact: Darker specimens are sometimes called "mud hens"

The lake trout (Salvelinus namaycush) is a large freshwater fish native to North America. Contrary to popular belief, it is not actually a true trout. In reality, they belong to the char family. These prized game fish can grow to enormous sizes. They also grow quite slowly, which can make them susceptible to overfishing.  5 […] Read More


Lakeland Terrier

Lakeland Terrier Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Carnivora
Family
Canidae
Genus
Canis
Scientific Name
Canis lupus

Fun Fact: These dogs were once used by farmers to keep foxes away from herds of sheep.

Some Lakeland Terriers have a span of black hair on their back known to breeders as a ‘saddle mark. Lakeland Terriers are energetic, intelligent dogs with a ‘never quit’ attitude. They have a friendly temperament as well as the stubbornness common to many dogs in the Terrier group. These dogs originated in the Lake District […] Read More


LaMancha Goat

LaMancha Goat Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Artiodactyla
Family
Bovidae
Genus
Capra
Scientific Name
Capra aegagrus hircus

Fun Fact: Have tiny ears named “gophers” or “elves”

LaMancha goats are full-size dairy goats with a mild temperament. Sometimes called American Lamancha or simply Lamancha, these goats are distinctive for their tiny ears. They are excellent milk producers, and their milk is highly nutritious. For these reasons, LaMancha goats are among the most popular dairy goats in the U.S. 967 People Couldn't Ace […] Read More


Lamprey

Lamprey Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Hyperoartia
Order
Petromyzontiformes

Fun Fact: Not related to the eel

The sea lamprey, also known as the vampire fish, is a parasitic fish native to the Northern Hemisphere With its eel-like body and jawless, round, sucker-like mouth, sea lampreys are often confused with eels but aren’t related to them at all. 5 Incredible Facts! Lamprey fish are anadromous, which means that they migrate up rivers […] Read More


Lancashire Heeler

Lancashire Heeler Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Carnivora
Family
Canidae
Genus
Canis
Scientific Name
Canis lupus

Fun Fact: The name “heeler” comes from the fact that it nips at the heels of cattle to herd them.

When happy and content, the Lancashire Heeler shows off a big grin, nicknamed the Heeler Smile. The Lancashire Heeler (also known as the Ormskirk Terrier) is a small, affectionate dog, hailing from the northern England county after which it’s named. The exact history is unknown, but the Lancashire Heeler probably originated at some point in […] Read More


Lancetfish

Lancetfish Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Actinopterygii
Order
Aulopiformes
Family
Alepisauridae
Genus
Alepisaurus
Scientific Name
Alepisaurus ferox

Fun Fact: Lancetfish live at depths up to 6,500 feet below sea level

Summary Lancetfishes are among the largest deep-dwelling fish in the world. The two extant species both belong to the genus Alepisaurs in the family Alepisauridae, of which they are the sole members. They sport long, high dorsal fins that aid them in chasing after prey and sharp fangs designed for grabbing flesh. Little is known […] Read More


Landseer Newfoundland

Landseer Newfoundland Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Carnivora
Family
Canidae
Genus
Canis
Scientific Name
Canis lupus

Fun Fact: While Landseer's are very gentle and calm, they can sense a dangerous situation and will protect their loved ones.

While the Newfoundland is a popular dog breed, Landseer Newfoundlands are much rarer. So, what’s the difference between the two? Newfoundlands are generally brown or black in color, while the Landseer is exclusively white and black. In America, this breed is considered to be a color variant of the Newfoundland, but in Europe, they are […] Read More


Lappet-faced Vulture

Lappet-faced Vulture Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Aves
Order
Accipitriformes
Family
Accipitridae
Genus
Torgos
Scientific Name
Torgos tracheliotos

Fun Fact: Lappet-faced vultures are tidy and wash their heads in a body of water after they’ve eaten

“The Lappet-faced Vulture is Africa’s largest vulture” Also called the Nubian vulture, this great bird of prey probably makes the lives of other vultures possible. That’s because it is often the only vulture strong enough to open up the carcass of a large animal with a tough hide. Though it has a reputation as a […] Read More


Lapponian Herder

Lapponian Herder Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Carnivora
Family
Canidae
Genus
Canis
Scientific Name
Canis lupus

Fun Fact: This breed is also known as the Lapp Reindeer Dog and the Lapsk Vallhund.

Until 1966, the Lapponian Herder was still considered to be the same breed as the Finnish Lapphund. Perfectly adapted for the frigid environment of northern Scandinavia, the Lapponian Herder is an important working breed developed by the Lapps (also known as the Sami), whose ancient customs date back many centuries. The dog’s original purpose was […] Read More


Larder Beetle

Larder Beetle Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Arthropoda
Class
Insecta
Order
Coleoptera
Family
Dermestidae
Genus
Dermestes
Scientific Name
Dermestes lardarius

Fun Fact: Larder beetles were named based on their attraction to food storage rooms or cupboards, but they do not feed on stored food products. 

Larder beetles were named based on their attraction to food storage rooms or cupboards, although they do not feed on stored food products.  Summary Dermestes lardarius (larder beetle) is a household pest commonly found in storage rooms in homes or food storage facilities. Despite their attraction to pantries (larders), larder beetles rarely feed on stored […] Read More


Large Munsterlander

Large Munsterlander Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Carnivora
Family
Canidae
Genus
Canis
Scientific Name
Canis lupus

Fun Fact: Some people might find the Large Munsterlander too lively for their family, but they are actually very gentle with children and make fantastic family pets.

The Large Munsterlander is one of the best hunting dogs and loyal companions that originate from Germany. They excel at hunting because of their impressive level of endurance and strong natural instincts, helping them face adverse weather conditions and rough terrain. Dog owners should think twice before purchasing this breed because they need tons of […] Read More


Largemouth Bass

Largemouth Bass Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Actinopterygii
Order
Perciformes
Family
Centrarchidae
Genus
Micropterus
Scientific Name
M. salmoides

Fun Fact: Georgia, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida all claim the largemouth bass as the state fish or state freshwater fish.

The largemouth bass, a member of the black bass (Micropterus) genus, is a popular carnivorous freshwater fish native to North America. However, it has spread as an invasive species throughout the world. Largemouth bass are not a big part of commercial fishing, as their meat is mushy and not that good. They are a very popular catch among game fishermen, though, because of their challenging aggressive behavior.  Read More


Laughing Kookaburra

Laughing Kookaburra Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Aves
Order
Coraciiformes
Family
Alcedinidae
Genus
Dacelo

Fun Fact: The laughing kookaburra is one of four kookaburra species.

“The kookaburra is the world’s largest kingfisher!” The kookaburra, often called the laughing kookaburra, is a large subgroup of the kingfisher bird. It is diurnal, meaning it is most active in the daytime. They will sleep for about 12 hours at night. They are commonly found in eucalyptus trees, which also may be recognized as […] Read More


Lavender Albino Ball Python

Lavender Albino Ball Python Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Reptilia
Order
Squamata
Family
Pythonidae
Genus
Python
Scientific Name
Python regius

Fun Fact: The first two lavender albino ball pythons were wild-hatched and imported from Africa.

Lavender albino ball pythons carry a recessive gene that eliminates all the dark colors from their patterns and gives them a lavender or baby blue base color. Ball pythons are one of the most commonly traded pet snakes worldwide. Since 1975, more than 3 million ball pythons have been exported from their habitat in Central […] Read More


Lawnmower Blenny

Lawnmower Blenny Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Actinopterygii
Order
Blenniiformes
Family
Blenniidae
Genus
Salarias
Scientific Name
Salarias fasciatus

Fun Fact: Must be in temperatures of 78 degrees Fahrenheit to breed

The Lawnmower Blenny (also known as the Jeweled Rockskipper, algae blenny, or banded blenny) is a saltwater fish, primarily found in Australasia. It is not sought after as a commercial fish for food, but it is a popular addition to many fish tanks because of the changing color of its body. 5 Lawnmower Blenny Facts […] Read More


Lazarus Lizard

Lazarus Lizard Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Reptilia
Order
Squamata
Family
Lacertidae
Genus
Podarcis
Scientific Name
Podarcis muralis

Fun Fact: Lazarus Lizards can communicate through chemical and visual signals.

The Lazarus lizard, known as the common wall lizard or the European wall lizard, is an invasive species. Locals prefer to call these reptiles Lazarus lizards in Cinncinnati because of their association with the Lazarus family since they are the reason that this lizard now exists in North America at all. Proper identification ensures that […] Read More


Leaf-Tailed Gecko

Leaf-Tailed Gecko Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Reptilia
Order
Squamata
Family
Gekkonidae
Genus
Uroplatus

Fun Fact: Only found on Madagascar!

The leaf-tailed gecko, a lengthy lizard, has quite a unique physique. With a broad and triangular head, their name comes from the leaf-like resemblance of their tail. The texture helps leaf tailed geckos to be camouflaged within their surroundings to conceal themselves against the natural foliage in their surroundings. They tend to blend in with […] Read More


Leafcutter Ant

Leafcutter Ant Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Arthropoda
Class
Insecta
Order
Hymenoptera
Family
Formicidae
Genus
Atta and Acromyrmex

Fun Fact: Leafcutter ants have been farming fungus under the forest floor for up to 50 million years!

Leafcutter ants have been farming fungus under the forest floor for up to 50 million years! Scientists estimate that leafcutter ants or their direct ancestors began farming a particular form of fungus at least 50 million years ago. The ants and the fungus evolved together in a complex relationship that also includes forest plants and […] Read More


Leafcutter Bee

Leafcutter Bee Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Arthropoda
Class
Insecta
Order
Hymenoptera
Family
Megachilidae
Genus
Megachile

Fun Fact: N/A

With their incredibly precise and rapidly executed leaf-cutting ability, leafcutter bees might just be the Martha Stewarts of the insect world. However, these tiny pollinators are far more than DIY experts! Megachilidae is a family of over 4000 species of bees that includes leafcutter bees in the genus Megachile. The genus Megachile includes 50 subgenera […] Read More


Least Flycatcher

Least Flycatcher Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Aves
Order
Passeriformes
Family
Tyrannidae
Genus
Empidonax
Scientific Name
Empidonax minimus

Fun Fact: They can travel up to 72 miles in a single day.

Least Flycatcher Summary The least flycatcher is a small species of bird that mainly eats insects. Despite their size, they are territorial. This means that they are prone to aggression toward other birds, including those much larger than themselves. Least flycatchers, like many other passerines, are a migratory species.  Least Flycatcher Amazing Facts Where to […] Read More


Leatherback Sea Turtle

Leatherback Sea Turtle Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Reptilia
Order
Testudines
Family
Dermochelyidae
Genus
Dermochelys
Scientific Name
Dermochelys coriacea

Fun Fact: They are the largest living turtle and the only sea turtle without a hard shell!

The giant Leatherback Sea Turtle is the largest species of living turtle and one of seven species of sea turtles. Leatherback Sea Turtles do not have a hard shell and have been in their present shell-less form since dinosaurs were still in existence. Their dark gray skin is rubbery and strong, but also thin and […] Read More


Leech

Leech Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Annelida
Class
Clitellata

Fun Fact: Has 10 pairs of eyes!

The leech (Hirudinea) is a predator and blood-sucking parasite that is native to almost every continent. This aquatic worm is a member of the Annelida phylum, which means it’s related to the earthworm. Leeches have a bad reputation among humans. We consider them bloodsucking pests and use the term “leech” as an insult. Most of […] Read More


Leedsichthys

Leedsichthys Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Actinopterygii
Order
Pachycormiformes
Family
Pachycormidae
Genus
Leedsichthys
Scientific Name
Leedsichthys problematicus

Fun Fact: Leedsichthys is one of the largest fish ever discovered

Leedsichthys is a genus of gigantic prehistoric fish that lived from the middle to late Jurrasic period. This ray-finned fish was one of the largest in its family and one of the largest fish ever discovered. Although dozens of fossils from this fish genus have been found so far, scientists still have difficulty getting a […] Read More


Leghorn Chicken

Leghorn Chicken Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Aves
Order
Galliformes
Family
Phasianidae
Genus
Gallus
Scientific Name
Gallus gallus domesticus

Fun Fact: Leghorn chickens, one of the most popular industrial breeds, lay up to 320 eggs per year!

Leghorn chickens, one of the most popular industrial breeds, lay up to 320 eggs per year! Leghorn chickens are a Mediterranean variety that originated in the Tuscany region of Italy. They have been selectively bred and crossed with other breeds to become egg-laying superstars. Today, they are among the top egg-producing breeds in the world. […] Read More


Leichhardt’s Grasshopper

Leichhardt’s Grasshopper Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Arthropoda
Class
Insecta
Order
Orthoptera
Family
Pyrgomorphidae
Genus
Petasida
Scientific Name
Petasida ephippigera

Fun Fact: Spend their lives

Summary One of the most colorful grasshoppers in nature, Leichhardt’s grasshoppers are the sole member of the genus Petasida. Named after the German explorer and naturalist Ludwig Leichhardt, Leichhardt’s grasshoppers are endemic to northern Australia. Their diet consists of a single species of native shrub containing bitter-tasting sugar compounds. When threatened, they can spew foul-tasting […] Read More


Lemming

Lemming Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Rodentia
Family
Cricetidae
Genus
Lemmus
Scientific Name
Lemmus Lemmus

Fun Fact: Does not hibernate during the bitter Arctic winter!

The lemming is a tiny rodent that is found in or near the Arctic Circle One of the tiniest rodents, lemmings are animals that are known to exist in or around the Arctic circle and are also known to be closely related to muskrats and voles. They can also be found in the Tundra biomes. […] Read More


Lemon Blast Ball Python

Lemon Blast Ball Python Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Reptilia
Order
Squamata
Family
Pythonidae
Genus
Python
Scientific Name
Python regius

Fun Fact:

“With its extremely reduced brown markings and otherwise vivid yellow body coloration, the lemon blast ball python morph is truly one-of-a-kind.” Lemon Blast Ball Python Summary Originally developed in 2003 by Brian Barczyk with BHB Enterprises, the lemon blast ball python is one of the most vibrant and visually unique morphs on the market today.  […] Read More


Lemon Cuckoo Bumblebee

Lemon Cuckoo Bumblebee Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Arthropoda
Class
Insecta
Order
Hymenoptera
Family
Apidae
Genus
Bombus
Scientific Name
Bombus citrinus

Fun Fact: N/A

Bombus citrinus is distinctive for the lemon-yellow coloration of its thorax. The lemon cuckoo bumblebee is native to North America, primarily found in the Eastern United States and Canada. The species name is derived from the cuckoo birds, family Cuculidae, that lay their eggs in the established nests of other bird species. Lemon cuckoos are […] Read More


Lemon Shark

Lemon Shark Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Chondrichthyes
Order
Carcharhiniformes
Family
Carcharhinidae
Genus
Negaprion
Scientific Name
N. brevirostis

Fun Fact:

The Lemon Shark is a vulnerable species commonly found in subtropical waters. They return to the same nursery sites to breed and have electroreceptors that help them hunt fish. They are one of the few sharks known to live in groups. 5 Lemon Shark Facts Nursery sites: These sharks return to the same location each […] Read More


Lemur

Lemur Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Primates
Family
Lemuridae
Scientific Name
Lemur Catta

Fun Fact: Natively found on the island of Madagascar!

“Lemurs are found only on Madagascar.” Lemurs are tiny species of primate that are only found on one group of islands: Madagascar and the Comoro Islands. This makes them one of most endangered groups of animals on earth. They have tiny bodies with long, thin tails. There are over 100 species of these mammals living […] Read More


Leonberger

Leonberger Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Carnivora
Family
Canidae
Genus
Canis
Scientific Name
Canis lupus

Fun Fact: This dog has been used for pulling carts full of goods.

They’re sometimes called Leos because they appear to have a mane like a lion. The Leonberger breed goes back to the 18th century. Originally bred as companion dogs in Germany, they’re descended from the Newfoundland, longhaired Saint Bernard, and Great Pyrenees which are sometimes called the Pyrenean Mountain dog. They’re classified in the working group […] Read More


Leopard

Leopard Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Carnivora
Family
Felidae
Genus
Panthera
Scientific Name
Panthera pardus

Fun Fact: Spends much of the time high in the trees!

The leopard is a medium-sized wildcat that lives in a variety of different habitats across sub-Saharan Africa and southern Asia. Distinguished by their uniquely beautiful “spotted” coat, leopards are apex predators that ambush prey from a perch in the trees. This hunting method is unlike their big cat cousins who engage their prey in high-speed […] Read More


Leopard Cat

Leopard Cat Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Carnivora
Family
Felidae
Genus
Prionailurus
Scientific Name
Prionailurus bengalensis

Fun Fact: There are 11 different species!

“A small, but dominant, predator.” The leopard cat is a small species of feline that is native to many different Asian and Indian regions. These cats are divided among almost a dozen different sub-species, although most share distinctive color markings and webbed toes that facilitate their aquatic adventures. These tiny hunters are only about the […] Read More


Leopard Frog

Leopard Frog Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Amphibia
Order
Anura
Family
Ranidae
Genus
Lithobates

Fun Fact: They can jump up to three feet

“Leopard frogs are very popular with humans.” Leopard frogs are a popular pet and a delicious food source, and they have found a calling in laboratory experiments in laboratory experiments and science classrooms. Leopard frogs, also known as meadow or grass frogs, are the common name for lithobates, the “true frog” genus. They share this […] Read More


Leopard Gecko

Leopard Gecko Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Reptilia
Order
Squamata
Family
Eublepharidae
Genus
Eublepharis
Scientific Name
Eublepharis macularius

Fun Fact: The first ever domesticated lizard! There are now more than 100 unique color morphs thanks to selective breeding.

“The leopard gecko is the first-ever widely domesticated lizard species! There are now more than 100 unique color morphs thanks to selective breeding.” The leopard gecko has become one of the most popular pet reptiles on the planet ever since it was initially domesticated in the 1970s. These curious, docile, and handsome little lizards are […] Read More


Leopard Lizard

Leopard Lizard Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Reptilia
Order
Squamata
Family
Crotaphytidae
Genus
Gambelia

Fun Fact: Can jump a distance of two feet to capture prey

“Leopard lizards can jump a distance of two feet” Leopard lizards live in the southwest United States and in Mexico. There are different varieties including the blunt-nosed leopard lizard and the long-nosed leopard lizard. The diet of this reptile is omnivorous; it eats rodents, insects, leaves, and berries. The lifespan of a wild leopard lizard […] Read More


Leopard Seal

Leopard Seal Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Carnivora
Family
Phocidae
Genus
Hydrurga
Scientific Name
Hydrurga Leptonyx

Fun Fact: The world's most aggressive seal species!

Clumsy on land but graceful in the sea, the leopard seal is a finely skilled predator that thrives in the frigid waters of Antarctica. This highly distinctive species has a set of unmistakable features to help it survive in the wild, including blubber and flippers. With few natural predators and plenty of food, the leopard […] Read More


Leopard Shark

Leopard Shark Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Chondrichthyes
Order
Carcharhiniforme
Family
Triakidae
Genus
Triakis
Scientific Name
Triakis semifasciata

Fun Fact: Leopard Sharks have teeth with three points.

Leopard Sharks are known for their striking patterns, which give them their name and fascinating appearance. These sharks live on the West Coast of North America where they eat small ocean creatures such as clams, crabs, and shrimp. They are harmless to humans and popular in aquariums due to their interesting patterns. 5 Leopard Shark […] Read More


Leopard Tortoise

Leopard Tortoise Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Reptilia
Order
Testudines
Family
Testudinidae
Genus
Stigmochelys
Scientific Name
Stigmochelys pardalis

Fun Fact: The most widely distributed tortoise in Africa!

The leopard tortoise is among the heavyweights of the tortoise world. Weighing an average of 40 pounds, this species is quite a common spectacle around the savannas of sub-Saharan Africa. Like the big cat for which it’s named, the leopard tortoise has unmistakable black and yellow markings, each one completely unique to the individual. Despite […] Read More


Leptocephalus

Leptocephalus Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Actinopterygii
Order
Anguilliformes
Family
Ophichthidae
Genus
Leptocephalus
Scientific Name
Leptocephalus brevirostris

Fun Fact: Leptocephali have flat bodies filled with jelly-like substances, surrounded by a thin layer of muscle.

The leptocephalus is an eel’s transparent, flat larva, and its name means “slim head.” They belong to the superorder Elopomorpha, which is one of the most diverse groups of teleosts. This group contains over 800 species within 4 orders, twenty-four families, and 156 genera. Researchers believe this group originated in the Cretaceous period, 140 million […] Read More


Lesser Jacana

Lesser Jacana Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Aves
Order
Charadriiformes
Family
Jacanidae
Genus
Microparra
Scientific Name
Microparra capensis

Fun Fact: The lesser jacana is nomadic, often moving in search of temporary wetland habitats.

“They effortlessly walk across lily pads.” Summary The lesser jacana is a small wader from Sub-Saharan Africa, where it inhabits freshwater wetlands with abundant vegetation. This species differs from other jacanas due to its more traditional monogamous mating system. But they spend their days like their other family members, walking across floating lily pads and […] Read More


Lesser Scaup

Lesser Scaup Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Aves
Order
Anseriformes
Family
Anatidae
Genus
Aythya
Scientific Name
Aythya affinis

Fun Fact: Young lesser scaups learn to dive as soon as their down dries.

Lesser Scaup Summary Young lesser scaups learn to dive as soon as their down dries. The lesser scaup is a medium-sized diving duck. They are often seen forming groups with other species of diving ducks, such as canvasbacks and the greater scaup. Spending some of their earliest moments on the water, lesser scaups will sleep, […] Read More


Lhasa Apso

Lhasa Apso Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Carnivora
Family
Canidae
Genus
Canis
Scientific Name
Canis lupus

Fun Fact: The Lhasa Apso was often given as a gift in Tibetan culture

The Lhasa Apso’s original Tibetan name is Abso Seng Kye, which actually means (roughly) “bark lion sentinel dog.” It seems to have some association with the mythical snow lion in traditional Tibetan culture, which is said to protect the country. These dogs were often given as gifts as signs of friendship but never actually sold. […] Read More


Lhasapoo

Lhasapoo Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Carnivora
Family
Canidae
Genus
Canis
Scientific Name
Canis lupus

Fun Fact: A Lhasapoo’s coat can be curly like a poodle’s or long and silky like a Lhasa Apso’s.

A Lhasapoo’s coat can be curly like a poodle’s, or long and silky like a Lhasa Apso’s. Owning a Lhasapoo is always an adventure because no two Lhasapoos are ever quite alike. These cuddly, spunky, highly intelligent dogs are a cross between the Lhasa Apso and the poodle. Some inherit the poodle’s curly coat while […] Read More


Liger

Liger Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Carnivora
Family
Felidae
Genus
Panthera
Scientific Name
Panthera leo × Panthera tigris

Fun Fact: The offspring of a lion and tiger parents!

Key Facts Most ligers are born when a lion happens to share living quarters with a tigress.They are capable of reaching a height of 12 feet when they stand on their hind legs.Female ligers are more likely to be fertile as opposed to male ligers which have always been known to be sterile. Classification and […] Read More


Limpet

Limpet Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Mollusca
Class
Gastropoda
Order
Patellogastropoda

Fun Fact: Can change sex from male to female and back again

Summary Equipped with the strongest teeth on Earth, limpets are aquatic snails in the class Gastropoda. They get their name from their dish-shaped, conical shell, which protects them from predators and tides. They possess extremely strong teeth and powerful tongues coated in adhesive mucus that they use to attach themselves to rocks.   5 Limpet Facts […] Read More


Lineback Cattle

Lineback Cattle Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Artiodactyla
Family
Bovidae
Genus
Bos
Scientific Name
Bos Taurus

Fun Fact: The lineback cattle has been an integral part of rural New England society for more than 200 years!

“In 2015, the Livestock Conservancy estimated that there are only around 500 lineback cattle left in the world.“ Summary Named after the line that goes down the middle of their back, the lineback cattle or Randall lineback cattle is a critically endangered rare breed of cattle that is currently being conserved in the United States […] Read More


Linnet

Linnet Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Aves
Order
Passeriformes
Family
Fringillidae
Genus
Linaria
Scientific Name
Linaria cannabina

Fun Fact: While linnets are monogamous during mating season, they do not mate for life. While breeding pairs are together, the males are highly territorial and will defend the nesting site and the surrounding area.

Linnets are small songbirds that are members of the finch family. They occur in West Asia, Europe, and North-West Africa. These little birds inhabit scrublands, farmlands, hedgerows, fields, parks, and orchards. In the 19th century, linnets were a popular cage bird, and many households kept them as pets. However, their population numbers dropped drastically during […] Read More


Lion

Lion Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Carnivora
Family
Felidae
Genus
Panthera
Scientific Name
Panthera leo

Fun Fact: Lives in small groups called prides!

The lion is Africa’s apex predator The lion is one of the largest, strongest, and most powerful felines in the world, second only in size to the Siberian Tiger. They are the largest cats on the African continent. While most big cats are solitary hunters, lions are incredibly sociable animals that live together in family […] Read More


Lion’s Mane Jellyfish

Lion’s Mane Jellyfish Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Cnidaria
Class
Scyphozoa
Order
Semaeostomeae
Family
Cyaneidae
Genus
Cyanea
Scientific Name
Cyanea capillata

Fun Fact: Though it’s a huge animal, the lifespan of the lion’s mane jellyfish is only a year.

“The Lion’s Mane Jellyfish is the King of the Jellies!” As the lion is the king of terrestrial beasts, the lion’s mane jellyfish must be the king of the jellies. Named because its orange and gold bell and tentacles remind people of the color and texture of a lion’s mane, this animal can have a […] Read More


Lionfish

Lionfish Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Actinopterygii
Order
Scorpaeniformes
Family
Scorpaenidae
Genus
Pterois
Scientific Name
Pterois volitans

Fun Fact: Females can release up to 15,000 eggs at a time!

Lionfish are a group of carnivorous fish species that are native to the Indian and Pacific oceans. While there is plenty of diversity among the different species, all of them are characterized by striking skin color and pronounced venomous spines protruding from their body. The venom conveyed by their sting is a powerful deterrent to […] Read More


Liopleurodon

Liopleurodon Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Reptilia
Order
Plesiosauria
Family
Pliosauridae
Genus
Liopleurodon

Fun Fact: One of the largest pliosaurs to ever live

The name Liopleurodon applies to a genus of giant carnivorous reptiles that ruled the ancient seas that once covered modern-day Europe. It belongs to the clade Thalassophonea, a group of short-necked plesiosaurs that enjoyed a nearly worldwide distribution.  Liopleurodons lived between the Middle Jurassic and Late Jurassic Periods approximately 166 to 155 million years ago. […] Read More


Liopleurodon

Liopleurodon Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Reptilia
Order
Plesiosauria
Family
Pliosauridae
Genus
Liopleurodon
Scientific Name
Liopleurodon ferox

Fun Fact: Liopleurodon were fast swimmers that lived entirely under water, but they had no gills

Liopleurodon is a genus of massive carnivorous reptiles that lived from the Middle to Late Jurassic period (about 160 million years ago) in a prehistoric sea that covered most of present-day Europe. Although this giant creature lived alongside the dinosaur, it wasn’t one. It belonged to a group of marine reptiles known as plesiosaurs. Fossils […] Read More


Lipstick Albino Boa

Lipstick Albino Boa Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Reptilia
Order
Squamata
Family
Boidae
Genus
Boa
Scientific Name
Boa constrictor

Fun Fact: Lipstick albino boas are a designer morph that you'll only find from breeders.

Also called Kahl albino boas, the lipstick albino was the first successful T- albino line, founded in 1992. Boa constrictors, snakes that often reach 10 feet long, aren’t as popular as pets as smaller species like ball pythons. However, this boa lineage is probably the most well-known of all albino boa constrictors. Albino boas were […] Read More


Little Brown Bat

Little Brown Bat Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Chiroptera
Family
Vespertilionidae
Genus
Myotis
Scientific Name
Myotis lucifugus

Fun Fact: The little brown bat uses echolocation to quickly navigate around its environment

The little brown bat is one of the most common species of bats in North America. Cloistered in caves and roosts during the day, this elusive and cryptic animal is often unloved or even shunned by humans. Nevertheless, bats play an important role in the ecosystem as one of the largest consumers of pests and […] Read More


Little Penguin

Little Penguin Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Aves
Order
Sphenisciformes
Family
Spheniscidae
Genus
Eudyptula
Scientific Name
Eudyptula Minor

Fun Fact: The smallest species of penguin!

“The Smallest Penguin Species” Small fries of the Spheniscidae family, little penguins are native to Australia and New Zealand. Standouts in the penguin-sphere, they sport bright blue feathers and sometimes go by “fairy penguins.” Little penguins forage and frolic in ocean waters 80 percent of the time and can lay more than one clutch of […] Read More


Livyatan

Livyatan Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Artiodactyla
Family
incertae sedis
Genus
†Livyatan
Scientific Name
†Livyatan melvillei

Fun Fact: The Livyatan had 1 to 1.2 foot long, interlocking teeth

Livyatan melvillei, commonly known as Livyatan, was an ancient whale that owned the oceans millions of years ago. The only thing we can tell that shared the water with them and was a comparable size and threat was the megalodon shark. Other than that, Livyatan was the apex predator of the Miocene epoch. Everything we […] Read More


Lizard

Lizard Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Reptilia
Order
Squamata
Family
Lacertidae

Fun Fact: There are around 5,000 different species!

Lizards are reptiles of the order Squamata. This includes the lizard suborder which bears the scientific name Lacertilia, the snake suborder Serpentes and the worm lizard suborder Amphisbaenia. Lizards are paraphyletic, which means that a small number of species share more in common with their sister suborders than they do with their own order of […] Read More


Lizardfish

Lizardfish Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Actinopterygii
Order
Aulopiformes
Family
Synodontidae
Genus
Synodus Scopoli
Scientific Name
Synodus lucioceps

Fun Fact: The lizardfish can camouflage itself against the sandy bottom to avoid predators.

The lizardfish is a family of around 57 different species (the most common of which are probably the inshore and brushtooth lizardfish) that live mainly near the coast. Lizardfish have a huge mouths full of teeth, including on their tongues. Despite the lizardfish’s sharp teeth, they are not very dangerous to humans. They are also […] Read More


Llama

Llama Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Artiodactyla
Family
Camelidae
Genus
Lama
Scientific Name
Lama Glama

Fun Fact: Natively found in the Andes Mountain range!

One of the Few Animals that Humans Can Safely Hug Dependable, lovable, and calm, llamas are domesticated pack animals traditionally used by Andean cultures in the mountains of South America. Additionally, over the past four decades, they have been imported by farmers, breeders, and exotic pet lovers the world over. Learn about the friendliest animals […] Read More


Loach

Loach Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Actinopterygii
Order
Cypriniformes

Fun Fact: Have sharp spines below their eyes

Many species of loach are popular in the aquarium trade. The loach superfamily of fishes consists of over 1200 species, most of which are distributed in central and southern Asia. Some species are also found in Europe and Africa. They are known for their bottom-feeding and the barbels found close to their mouths. Loach fish […] Read More


Lobster

Lobster Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Arthropoda
Order
Decapoda
Family
Nephropidae
Scientific Name
Nephropidae

Fun Fact: Have been known to reach 100 years old!

Could lobsters hold the key to eternal life? Lobsters are a family of crustaceans that live in waters along most of the world’s coastlines. There are 30 known species of clawed lobsters and 45 species of spiny (or rock) lobsters.  The largest lobster species is the American lobster, which can be found from the coasts […] Read More


Locust

Locust Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Arthropoda
Class
Insecta
Order
Orthoptera
Family
Acrididae

Fun Fact: Each locust can eat its weight in plants each day.

The word “locust” is given to certain types of grasshoppers with short horns. Locusts are insects that are known for their swarming behavior, which occurs when environmental conditions are right. Locust plagues have affected crops and farmland since biblical times, attacking any growing green vegetation in their path. Colloquially, the words “locust” and “locust bugs” […] Read More


Loggerhead Shrike

Loggerhead Shrike Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Aves
Order
Passeriformes
Family
Laniidae
Genus
Lanius
Scientific Name
Lanius ludovicianus

Fun Fact: Its nickname is the butcherbird!

“Its nickname is the butcherbird!” The loggerhead shrike is a small passerine bird. It is the only species of shrike that is native only to North America. While other species can be found here, they are also native to other regions of the world, making this bird unique. Its nickname comes from its unique way […] Read More


Lone Star Tick

Lone Star Tick Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Arthropoda
Class
Arachnida
Order
Ixodida
Family
Ixodidae
Genus
Amblyomma
Scientific Name
Amblyomma americanum

Fun Fact: Only females have the ‘lone star’ marking

“Lone star ticks were first observed in 1754 in New York.” Ticks may be one of the most feared insects on the planet. They not only inflict painful, traumatizing bites, they’re also vectors for many serious diseases. On top of that, their bites can cause painful allergic reactions, and even make victims allergic to red […] Read More


Long-Eared Owl

Long-Eared Owl Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Aves
Order
Casuariiformes
Family
Casuariidae
Genus
Casuarius
Scientific Name
Casuarius

Fun Fact: Ear tufts make it look bigger!

“The hooting sounds of a male long-eared owl can be heard almost a mile away” The long-eared owl makes its home in North America, Europe, and parts of Asia as well as in northern and eastern parts of Africa, including Madagascar. It nests in forests where the trees grow close together. Long-eared owls hunt at […] Read More


Long-Haired Rottweiler

Long-Haired Rottweiler Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Carnivora
Family
Canidae
Genus
Canis
Scientific Name
Canis lupus

Fun Fact: Rottweilers have a tendency to snore.

The ancestor of the Rottweiler would march over the Alps with Roman legions to protect them and drive their cattle. The Rottweiler is a strong, muscular working breed that descended from big mastiff-like dogs back in the Roman period. They were originally put to use herding livestock, pulling carts, and protecting their owners. The modern […] Read More


Long-Tailed Tit

Long-Tailed Tit Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Aves
Order
Passeriformes
Family
Aegithalidae
Genus
Aegithalos
Scientific Name
Aegithalos caudatus

Fun Fact: Often hangs upside down while feeding!

“Often hangs upside down while feeding!” Long-tailed tits are frequent visitors to gardens and parks in the United Kingdom, where they are abundant. These small, fluffy birds welcome visitors with their adorable looks and sweet, cheerful songs. The chief identification marks are their round bodies and white plumage. Most long-tailed tits also have pale pink […] Read More


Long-Winged Kite Spider

Long-Winged Kite Spider Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Arthropoda
Class
Arachnida
Order
Aranae
Family
Araneidae
Genus
Gasteracantha
Scientific Name
Gasteracantha versicolor

Fun Fact: The long-winged kite spider sets itself apart from other spiny orb-weavers by its elongated spiked protrusions from its sides, giving it the appearance of a pointed kite (its namesake).

The long-winged kite spider, known by scientific name Gasteracantha versicolor, is a species of diurnal (meaning awake during the daytime) spiny orb-weaver spider indigenous to tropical regions of Southern Africa.  These spiders are easily distinguishable from other types of spiders and indeed look like a whole different species. Long-winged kite spiders are identified primarily by […] Read More


Longfin Mako Shark

Longfin Mako Shark Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Chondrichthyes
Order
Lamniformes
Family
Lamnidae
Genus
Isurus
Scientific Name
Isurus paucus

Fun Fact:

The Longfin Mako shark (Isurus paucus) is a species of Mackerel shark that can be found in both temperate and tropical waters and is one of the two species of Mako shark. This shark was given its name for its abnormally long pectoral fins that can extend past its head. They are commonly referred to […] Read More


Longnose Gar

Longnose Gar Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Actinopterygii
Order
Lepisosteiformes
Family
Lepisosteidae
Genus
Lepisosteus
Scientific Name
Lepisosteus osseus

Fun Fact: The longnose gar species of the gar family has potentially existed for 100 million years.

The longnose gar, which sometimes goes by the name needle nose gar instead, is a fish species that belongs to the gar family. This fish is also called the Billy gar. They are greyish to olive in color. The color, however, fades into white along the sides of the longnose gar’s body. They can be […] Read More


Lorikeet

Lorikeet Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Aves
Order
Psittaciformes
Family
Psittaculidae

Fun Fact: The lorikeet has a long brush-like tongue with fine hairs on it

The lorikeet is among the most colorful birds in the entire world. They almost seem to luxuriate in their bold and garish plumage. As a type of arboreal parrot, there are about 40 documented species of lorikeets, the most well-known probably being the rainbow lorikeet. They are closely related to other types of arboreal parrots […] Read More


Loris

Loris Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Primate
Family
Lorisidae

Fun Fact: Like all lorises, slow loris has a cute wide-eyed look, but it also has a venomous sting that can rot human flesh. 

Like all lorises, slow loris has a cute wide-eyed look, but it also has a venomous sting that can rot human flesh.  CONSERVATION STATUS The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) considers all loris species (except the gray slender loris) threatened. The conservation status of relatively common lorises is as follows: Loris lydekkerianus (Gray slender […] Read More


Lowchen

Lowchen Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Carnivora
Family
Canidae
Genus
Canis
Scientific Name
Canis lupus

Fun Fact: This breed is also known as the "Little Lion Dog" for their bravery and manes.

Despite being treasured throughout Continental Europe for generations, the Lowchen earned the designation of the rarest breed in existence for a period in the 1960s. At their low point there were only 65 living members of the species. The Lowchen was once one of the favored pets of European nobility, and they look and act […] Read More


Lumpfish

Lumpfish Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Actinopterygii
Order
Scorpaeniformes
Family
Cyclopteridae
Genus
Cyclopterus
Scientific Name
Cyclopterus lumpus

Fun Fact: The lumpfish have sticky suction cups on their fins

Lumpfish have suction cups on their fins to attach to various surfaces. The lumpfish, also known as the lumpsucker, is a family of marine fish that come in many different colors, including blue, brown, and black. There are 30 recognized species spread all over the globe. Their lumpy, uneven, gelatinous skin and balloon-shaped body give […] Read More


Luna Moth

Luna Moth Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Arthropoda
Class
Insecta
Order
Lepidoptera
Family
Saturniidae
Genus
Actias
Scientific Name
Actias luna

Fun Fact: N/A

The luna moth (Actias luna) is large and green and native to North America. It is known for its long, curved tail and large, translucent wings. The luna moth is considered one of the most beautiful moths in North America. They are active at night and are often drawn to lights. It is a member […] Read More


Luna Moth Caterpillar

Luna Moth Caterpillar Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Arthropoda
Class
Insecta
Order
Lepidoptera
Family
Saturniidae
Genus
Actias
Scientific Name
Actias luna

Fun Fact: N/A

The luna moth caterpillar (Actias luna), is the larval stage of the luna moth, a large green moth found in North America. The caterpillars have a waffle-iron-like texture to their segmented bodies, which are green with tiny orange dots on the raised squares. Sparse bristly hairs cover their bodies. They feed on a variety of […] Read More


Lungfish

Lungfish Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Sarcopterygii
Order
Dipnoi
Scientific Name
Dipnoi

Fun Fact: The lungfish first evolved almost 400 million years ago.

The lungfish first evolved almost 400 million years ago. The modern lungfish is the product of an ancient lineage that dates back almost 400 million years. This “living fossil” is sometimes called primitive, but that does not mean its features are undeveloped, just that it has changed very little since first evolving. The most interesting […] Read More


Lurcher

Lurcher Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Carnivora
Family
Canidae
Genus
Canis
Scientific Name
Canis lupus

Fun Fact:

The name lurcher refers not to a specific dog breed but rather to a group of crossbred hybrid dogs. They are a result from mating a Greyhound or other hunting variety with another type of working dog. The term “lurcher” is actually derived from the word “lurch,” a variant of the word “lurking,” meaning to […] Read More


Lykoi Cat

Lykoi Cat Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Carnivora
Family
Felidae
Genus
Felis
Scientific Name
Felis catus

Fun Fact: Wolf like domestic cat breed

“Lykoi cats are an extremely rare breed. There are only around 100 to 200 Lykoi cats in the world.“ Summary The Lykoi cat, commonly called the “wolf cat” or “werewolf cat,” is a relatively new and rare cat breed that originated from the domestic short-haired cat via natural mutation. It is estimated that this mutation […] Read More


Lynx

Lynx Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Carnivora
Family
Felidae
Genus
Lynx
Scientific Name
Felis lynx

Fun Fact: Live in dens in rocks and under ledges!

As solitary and stealthy predators, the lynx is rarely seen by humans. The Canada lynx is one of the biggest wild cats in North America, but other species of these cats also inhabit Europe and Asia. The lynx is easy to spot with its huge furry paws, stubby tail, and long ear tufts. The huge […] Read More


Lyrebird

Lyrebird Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Aves
Order
Passeriformes
Family
Menuridae
Genus
Menura

Fun Fact: Lyrebirds mimic birds of prey to deter predators such as birds of prey.

The Lyrebird is described as “Nature’s Best Mimic” The largest of all the perching birds or songbirds, this bird impresses not just with its uniquely beautiful tail feathers but with its elaborate songs and incredible skill at mimicry. This Australian bird uses its voice to imitate everything from a jackhammer to a chainsaw to a […] Read More


Lystrosaurus

Lystrosaurus Picture
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Family
Lystrosauridae
Genus
Lystrosaurus
Scientific Name
Lystrosaurus maccaigi

Fun Fact: Lystrosaurus was one of the few terrestial species that survived the permian extinction

Lystrosaurus is one of the few terrestrial animals that survived one of the most significant extinction events in geologic history—the Permian-Triassic extinction. The animal was a pig-sized reptile that lived over 250 million years ago. At one point in the Early Triassic, it made up 95% of land vertebrates. Lystrosaurus fossil discovery became critical evidence […] Read More



A Lion
Lion

Lives in small groups called prides!

A Labrador Retriever
Labrador Retriever

Well-balanced, friendly and versatile!

Newest Animals that Start with the Letter L

The most recently added Animals that start with the letter L.

A Lipstick Albino Boa
Lipstick Albino Boa

Lipstick albino boas are a designer morph that you'll only find from breeders.

A Leafcutter Ant
Leafcutter Ant

Leafcutter ants have been farming fungus under the forest floor for up to 50 million years!

A Least Flycatcher
Least Flycatcher

They can travel up to 72 miles in a single day.

Animals that start with the letter , including the Ladybug & Lemur
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