Animals That Start With Q
Discover 2 animals whose common name begins with the letter Q, from Common Quail to Quokka. Browse photos, taxonomy, habitat, diet, and conservation status for each species.
Q Animals
Common Quail
Coturnix coturnix
BirdThe common quail is a small, secretive ground-dwelling bird that migrates annually between Europe, Africa, and Asia, more often heard than seen in dense grassland.
Quokka
Setonix brachyurus
MammalThe quokka is a small wallaby found almost exclusively on a handful of islands off Western Australia, widely nicknamed 'the world's happiest animal' for its permanent smile-like expression.
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Interesting Q Animal Facts
- Common Quail: Its call is often rendered as sounding like 'wet-my-lips'.
- Quokka: Quokkas are often called the 'world's happiest animal' due to their upturned mouth.
Q Animals FAQs
How many animals start with the letter Q?
This page currently features 2 animals whose common name starts with Q, and more are added regularly.
What is the most popular animal starting with Q?
Quokka is the most popular animal starting with Q on this site.
What is the rarest animal starting with Q?
Quokka has the most severe conservation status (Vulnerable) among animals starting with Q.
Are any animals starting with Q endangered?
Yes — 1 animal starting with Q is classified as vulnerable, endangered, or critically endangered.