Read below for information on 28 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
Popular Animals starting with D
Animals that Start with D
We’ve broken down all of our animals into family groups. You’ll find mammals, birds, fish, reptiles, amphibians, insects, and other invertebrates below!
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Mammals that Start with D
Dachshund
Fun and playful breed of small dog!
Dalmatian
Have an energetic and playful nature!
Deer
There are around 40 different species!
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!
Doberman Pinscher
A gentle, loyal and loving breed!
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!
Drever
Uncommon outside of Europe!
Dugong
Closely related to the Manatee!
Dunker
A friendly and relaxed dog!
Dusky Dolphin
Communicates using whistles, squeaks and clicks!
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Birds that Start with D
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Fish that Start with D
Discus
One of the only schooling Cichlids!
Dragonfish
Dragonfish can emit red light from their eyes
Drum Fish
The drum fish makes a croaking sound with its swimming bladder!
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Reptiles that Start with D
Desert Tortoise
Lives in burrows underground!
Dwarf Crocodile
Digs burrows in river banks to rest!
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Amphibians that Start with D
Darwin’s Frog
Camouflages itself as a dead leaf!
Desert Rain Frog
The desert rain frog doesn't hop
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Insects that Start with D
Desert Locust
Solitary locusts are grey while gregarious locusts are yellow with stripes.
Dragonfly
It's larvae are carnivorous!
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Other Invertebrates that Start with D
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Alphabetical List of Animals That Start with D
Newest Animals that Start with the Letter D
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Desert Locust
Solitary locusts are grey while gregarious locusts are yellow with stripes.
Desert Rain Frog
The desert rain frog doesn't hop
Drum Fish
The drum fish makes a croaking sound with its swimming bladder!
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