Read below for information on 12 different animals that start with the letter N, from Neanderthal to nurse sharks. The most popular animal that starts with the letter N are Numbats. It is believed there are only 1,500 remaining in the wild. The least popular N animal is the nightingale, a vocal bird species known for its early morning song. Some fun facts about letter N name animals are:
- Newts can regrow damaged or lost limbs
- Nurse sharks are largely docile and non threatening to humans
- Due to extensive conservation efforts, north american black bears are one of only two bear species not listed on IUCN’s endangered species list
Popular Animals starting with N
Neanderthal
Roamed Asia and Europe for around 100,000 years!
Norfolk Terrier
Fearless but not aggressive!
Animals that Start with N
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Mammals that Start with N
Neanderthal
Roamed Asia and Europe for around 100,000 years!
Neapolitan Mastiff
Fearless and extremely protective of it's home!
Newfoundland
Introduced by Vikings more than 1,000 years ago!
Norfolk Terrier
Fearless but not aggressive!
North American Black Bear
Short claws make them good tree climbers!
Norwegian Forest
Has a long, thick double coat of fur!
Numbat
There are less than 1,000 left in the wild!
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Birds that Start with N
Nightingale
Named more than 1,000 years ago!
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Fish that Start with N
Narwhal
Lives and hunts in the frigid Arctic!
Nurse Shark
Commonly found in Central American waters!
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Reptiles that Start with N
No animals found.
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Amphibians that Start with N
Newt
Able to regrow lost or damaged limbs!
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Insects that Start with N
No animals found.
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Other Invertebrates that Start with N
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Alphabetical List of Animals That Start with N
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The most recently added Animals that start with the letter N.
Narwhal
Lives and hunts in the frigid Arctic!
Neanderthal
Roamed Asia and Europe for around 100,000 years!
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