Animals That Start With U
Discover 3 animals whose common name begins with the letter U, from Bald Uakari to Urial. This includes 2 mammals and 1 bird. Browse photos, taxonomy, habitat, diet, and conservation status for each species. 3 of these species are classified as vulnerable, endangered, or critically endangered.
About Animals That Start With U
Diet among these species breaks down as 2 omnivores and 1 herbivore. They live across rainforest, wetlands, mountain, and grassland habitats, and are native to South America and Asia. Body weight varies across the group, ranging from 0.4kg to 87kg.
U Animals
Bald Uakari
Cacajao calvus
MammalThe bald uakari is a small Amazonian monkey best known for its strikingly bare, bright red face, found in seasonally-flooded forests along the Amazon and its tributaries.
Umbrellabird
Cephalopterus penduliger
BirdThe umbrellabird is a striking rainforest bird named for the umbrella-like crest of feathers that arches forward over its head, along with a long, inflatable wattle of feathered skin hanging from its throat. Males use both features in elaborate courtship displays, along with deep, booming calls that can carry through dense forest.
Urial
Ovis vignei
MammalThe urial is a wild sheep species native to the dry hills and mountains of Central and South Asia, recognized by the male's large curling horns.
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Interesting U Animal Facts
- Bald Uakari: Its red face is caused by blood vessels close to the skin and is a sign of good health.
- Umbrellabird: A male umbrellabird's throat wattle can be inflated during courtship display, making it appear considerably larger.
- Urial: Males clash horns in dramatic head-butting contests during the mating season.
U Animals FAQs
How many animals start with the letter U?
This page currently features 3 animals whose common name starts with U, and more are added regularly.
What is the most popular animal starting with U?
Umbrellabird is the most popular animal starting with U on this site.
What is the rarest animal starting with U?
Bald Uakari has the most severe conservation status (Vulnerable) among animals starting with U.
Are any animals starting with U endangered?
Yes — 3 animals starting with U are classified as vulnerable, endangered, or critically endangered.