Animals that start with D

Deer, Dingo, Dog, Dolphin, Duck. The best way to introduce kids to the ABC’s might just be these adorable animals beginning with the letter D. Click the animal to hear its sound, and it’s name to hear it said out loud.

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Deer

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Dingo

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Alphabetical list of animals that start with D

A full alphabetical list of popular animals that start with the letter D for toddlers and preschool kids.

  1. Deer
  2. Dingo
  3. Dodo (Extinct)
  4. Dog
  5. Dolphin
  6. Donkey
  7. Dove
  8. Dragonfly
  9. Duck
  10. Dugong

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Uppercase D

Lowercase d

Letter D animals video

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Frequently asked questions about animals that start with D

What are some animals that start with D?

Some examples include Dog, Dolphin, Deer, Duck, Dragonfly, and Dingo.

What mammals start with the letter D?

Mammals that start with D include Dog, Dolphin, Dingo, Deer, Dugong, and Dusky Leaf Monkey.Cartoon Dolphin | Alphabetimals.com

What birds start with the letter D?

Birds that start with D include Duck, Dove, Dark-eyed Junco, Drongo, and Downy Woodpecker.Cartoon Duck | Alphabetimals.com

What reptiles start with D?

Reptiles that start with D include Desert Iguana, Diamondback Rattlesnake, and Dwarf Crocodile.

What amphibians start with D?

Amphibians that start with D include the Dusky Salamander, Desert Rain Frog, and Dart Frog (such as the Dyeing Dart Frog).

What sea animals start with D?

Sea animals that start with D include Dolphin, Dugong, Dragonfish, and Deep Sea Anglerfish.

What insects and bugs start with the letter D?

Insects and bugs that start with D include Dragonfly, Dung Beetle, Damselfly, and Dobsonfly.

What are some endangered animals that start with D?

Endangered animals that start with D include the Dhole, Darwin’s Fox, and Daggernose Shark.

What domesticated animals start with D?

Domesticated animals that start with D include the Dog, Donkey, and Domestic Duck.

Are there any mythical animals that start with D?

Yes! The Dragon is a famous mythical animal that starts with D, appearing in myths across many cultures.

What is the most popular animal that starts with D?

The Dog is one of the most popular animals that starts with D, known as a loyal companion and pet.Cartoon Dog | Alphabetimals.com

How many animals start with the letter D?

There are many animals that start with D, spanning across land, air, and sea, including mammals, birds, and insects.

What is the largest animal that starts with D?

The Dolphin (especially the Orca, which is a type of dolphin) and the Dugong are among the largest animals starting with D.

What is the smallest animal that starts with D?

The Dwarf Gecko and certain species of Dragonflies are among the smallest animals starting with D.

What predators start with the letter D?

Predators that start with D include the Dingo, Dhole, Dolphin (some species), and Diamondback Rattlesnake.Cartoon Dingo | Alphabetimals.com

What herbivores start with D?

Herbivores that start with D include Deer, Donkey, and Dugong.Cartoon Deer | Alphabetimals.com

What nocturnal animals start with D?

Nocturnal animals that start with D include the Dingo, Dhole, and Desert Hedgehog.


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