Animals That Start With A
Discover 2 animals whose common name begins with the letter A, from Aardvark to African Elephant. Browse photos, taxonomy, habitat, diet, and conservation status for each species.
A Animals
Aardvark
Orycteropus afer
MammalThe aardvark is a nocturnal, burrowing mammal found across sub-Saharan Africa, best known for its long snout and powerful digging claws used to raid termite mounds.
African Elephant
Loxodonta africana
MammalThe African elephant is the largest living land animal, roaming savannas, forests, and deserts across sub-Saharan Africa in tightly-bonded matriarchal herds.
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Interesting A Animal Facts
- Aardvark: An aardvark can dig a new burrow in a matter of minutes using its shovel-like claws.
- African Elephant: An elephant's trunk contains over 40,000 muscles and can lift up to 270kg.
A Animals FAQs
How many animals start with the letter A?
This page currently features 2 animals whose common name starts with A, and more are added regularly.
What is the most popular animal starting with A?
African Elephant is the most popular animal starting with A on this site.
What is the rarest animal starting with A?
African Elephant has the most severe conservation status (Endangered) among animals starting with A.
Are any animals starting with A endangered?
Yes — 1 animal starting with A is classified as vulnerable, endangered, or critically endangered.