Land Animals

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What are Land Animals?

• Animals that live and spend most of their time on land are called land animals.
• Examples: Lion, tiger, elephant, dog, cat, rabbit, etc.

Features of Land Animals:

• They have legs to move, walk, or run.
• Some have fur or thick skin to protect them from the environment.
• Most breathe through lungs.

Types of Land Animals:

• Wild Animals: Live in forests or jungles (e.g., lions, tigers, deer).

• Domestic Animals: Live with humans and can be kept as pets or for work (e.g., dogs, cats, cows).

• Farm Animals: Help with farming or provide food (e.g., cows, goats, sheep).

Food Habits:

• Herbivores: Eat plants (e.g., deer, elephants).

• Carnivores: Eat other animals (e.g., lions, tigers).

• Omnivores: Eat both plants and animals (e.g., bears, humans).

Adaptations:

• Some animals, like camels, are adapted to live in deserts with less water.
• Others, like polar bears, have thick fur to survive in cold regions.

Importance of Land Animals:

• Provide food, clothing, and transportation.
• Help maintain the balance of nature by being part of the food chain.
• Serve as companions and pets.

Fun Facts:

• Giraffes are the tallest land animals.
• Elephants are the largest land animals.
• Kangaroos hop to move around and can leap long distances.

How to Protect Land Animals:

• Do not harm animals or their habitats.
• Help preserve forests and natural reserves.
• Avoid polluting the environment.

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