Oct 14, 2024

11 animals whose name starts with the letter 'H'

Aakanksha Sharma

Names starting with 'H'

In the big and diverse animal kingdom, there are creatures from all around. Be it the deep waters of the sea, or the dense forests in the Amazon, there is a unique species everywhere. And here we mention 11 animals whose name begins with the letter ‘H’.

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Horse

The gentle giants of the animal world, Horses are super compassionate, gentle, strong, and intelligent creatures. They can be seen in the wild, and also as pets.

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Hippopotamus

Hippos are the lazy animals of the animal kingdom, but their slow gait should not be mistaken. Hippos are also very powerful and can crush their enemies in seconds.

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Hare

Hares, animals that are often confused with rabbits, are super fast and hop incredibly. They have longer ears and legs than a rabbit, and also a more slender body.

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Hamsters

The love for hamsters as pets is growing day by day, and their adorable faces and small, protruding teeth just make them super cute to be with.

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Hedgehog

Hedgehogs are little, spiny creatures that have the ability to curl up into balls when they face any kind of harm. They are primarily nocturnal and feed on insects, snails, and small creatures.

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Harp seal

Harp seals are marine animals known for their white fluffy pups, which are often seen in cold regions. They are excellent swimmers and spend most of their life in water.

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Hyena

Hyenas are undoubtedly one of the most scary animals in the wild. They are cunning, ruthless, and walk in packs which helps them have an upper hand in some situations.

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Hagfish

The Hagfish is an eel-like, jawless fish that can give you nightmares! They have a unique defense mechanism where their body produces excess slime when they feel in danger.

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Hummingbird

Hummingbirds are tiny birds known for their ability to hover in the air by quickly flapping their wings, sometimes as fast as 80 beats per second.

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Hirola

The Hirola is a rare and endangered species found in parts of Kenya and Somalia. It is a rather elegant animal with tall height and giant antlers.

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Hammerhead Shark

The hammerhead shark, as evident by its name, has a unique, hammer-shaped head that allows it to have a wide vision, and easily search for its prey.

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