2023-09-26 00:03:17
Here is the list of animals whose name begins with the letter W
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Waterbuck
Native to sub-Saharan Africa, the waterbuck, also called “waterbuck” and “sing-sing antelope”, is a herbivorous mammal from the Bovidae family. This large, robust and distinctive antelope with its gray-brown coat lives in the African savannahs, mainly in humid and wooded areas.
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Insults
Strangely, it sounds like an Asian dish, but it is indeed an animal! Specifically from a breed of African cattle with large curved horns. This domestic ox, also called “Ankole”, lives peacefully in herds. Easily recognizable with its impressive horns, it is considered a “sacred” animal in many parts of East Africa. And for good reason, breeders who own a herd of watusis are perceived as rich and powerful!
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Welsh corgi
Originally from Wales, this breed of dog is definitely worth the detour! Although it is small and compact, with its short legs and elongated body, the Welsh Corgi is known to be a very robust, active and dynamic herding dog. Full of charisma with his fox-like appearance, this docile and alert little companion was one of Queen Elizabeth II’s favorites.
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West Highland terrier
This is another completely different breed of dog! This adorable ball of fur is of Scottish origin. Don’t be fooled by its size and size, this little white dog, nicknamed “Westie”, has remarkable strength and a strong temperament. Lively and courageous, he barks as soon as he perceives the slightest danger to alert his master. With his tousled coat and cheerful attitude, he makes everyone fall in love!
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You give
Heading to Australia now with this breed of snake also called “Ramsay’s Python”. This reptile is distinguished by its sandy color with darker patterns. Living mainly in desert regions, it has the particularity of being ophiophagous, that is to say that it feeds mainly on snakes, even venomous species.
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Tree weta
Similar in appearance to crickets or locusts, this insect, native to New Zealand, is considered one of the largest orthopterans in the world. It lives mainly in trees or in caves, and can be recognized by its yellow and black stripes.
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Wallaby
Like a kangaroo, but small in size, this marsupial mammal lives in Australia, mainly in wooded and bushy areas.
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Pass by
When you hear “elk,” you immediately think of some kind of small monkey, bird, or fish, right? And yet, nothing to see, this name designates a large, very solid and imposing deer, similar to its cousins the elk and the sambar. Native to North America and East Asia, it is characterized by a brown coat, imposing antlers and lives mainly in forests and grasslands.
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Spear
This term of Egyptian origin designates a group of lizards (“monitors”) native to Asia, Africa and Australia. This type of carnivorous saurian, like the “Komodo Dragon”, is large, with a long tail and a pointed head.
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Weimaraner
With its elegant silhouette and silver-grey coat, this German dog, also called “Weimaraner”, is renowned for its hunting qualities. Very alert and agile, if you were looking for a good hunting dog, this is the breed you need!
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Whippet
Here is another breed of dog, this time from England. And, the most surprising thing is that the British style suits her perfectly! To look at him, he gives the impression of being an aristocratic dog, calm and discreet. The Whippet looks like a greyhound, but smaller. It is slender, with a short coat dotted with white. Although he is not of a restless nature, he is nonetheless known for his speed.
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Wombat
Very popular in Australia, this marsupial mammal is a fairly original animal with its stocky appearance, its broad head and its solid body. This burrower lives mainly underground, in mountainous forests where it is used to digging its burrow.
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Warthog
Oh, here is a species of wild boar whose appearance alone is rather impressive! Originally from Africa, this warthog is distinguished by its large tusks and growths on its head. You may come across them if you go on a safari in savannahs or grassy regions.
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Wobbegong
Maybe you’ve never heard of it! But, this is a surprising breed of shark that is mainly found in Australian waters. This creature is atypical with its flat body with a busy pattern resembling a carpet (this is why it is also nicknamed “carpet shark”!). And it is an excellent camouflage tool since its coat allows it to hide in the seabed.
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Wallaroo
This is yet another species of marsupial mammal, cousin of the kangaroo and the wallaby, of intermediate size between the two. Endemic to Australia, this robust animal inhabits rocky and steep regions.
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