Dec 25, 2024
There are very few animals whose names start with ‘X’, and even few that are known to humans. Here we mention 8 animals who name, common or scientific, beings with the letter ‘X’.
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The Xerus is a type of ground squirrel found in Africa, and can be spotted in the dry savannas and grasslands. They are small, social animals, have sharp, digging claws, and live in burrows throughout their life.
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Xenopus are a kind of aquatic frog native to sub-Saharan Africa. These frogs have flat bodies, webbed feet, and clawed toes. And unlike other frogs, the Xenopus spend their entire life in water.
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Xenarthra is not a single animal, but a superorder of mammals that includes sloths, anteaters, and armadillos.
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The Xenops is a small bird native to the forests of Central and South America. It has a classic brown-block colour on the body and feathers, and has a short tail and slim beak.
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Xiphias is the scientific name for Swordfish, a large fish known for its long, sting-like beak, and is one of the most agile swimmers too.
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Xantus’s hummingbird is a colourful bird native to Mexico. They are tiny, energetic birds, and are known for their shiny-coloured feathers.
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The Xingu river ray is a freshwater stingray, and is usually spotted in the seascapes of Brazil. They have a black and white body, with dominant black colour and spots of white all over its wings and tail.
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Xenotarsosaurus, an extinct genus of dinosaur, existed in the Late Cretaceous period.
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