Animals That Start With R
Discover 2 animals whose common name begins with the letter R, from Red Panda to Western Diamondback Rattlesnake. Browse photos, taxonomy, habitat, diet, and conservation status for each species.
R Animals
Red Panda
Ailurus fulgens
MammalThe red panda is a small, tree-dwelling mammal native to the temperate forests of the eastern Himalayas, unrelated to the giant panda despite the shared name and bamboo diet.
Western Diamondback Rattlesnake
Crotalus atrox
ReptileThe western diamondback rattlesnake is one of the most dangerous and widely-distributed venomous snakes in North America, easily identified by the diamond pattern along its back.
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Interesting R Animal Facts
- Red Panda: Red pandas use their bushy tail as a blanket in cold weather.
- Western Diamondback Rattlesnake: Its rattle is made of interlocking segments of keratin that click together when vibrated.
R Animals FAQs
How many animals start with the letter R?
This page currently features 2 animals whose common name starts with R, and more are added regularly.
What is the most popular animal starting with R?
Red Panda is the most popular animal starting with R on this site.
What is the rarest animal starting with R?
Red Panda has the most severe conservation status (Endangered) among animals starting with R.
Are any animals starting with R endangered?
Yes — 1 animal starting with R is classified as vulnerable, endangered, or critically endangered.