Animals that start with M

About 80 different animals are present whose names start with “m.” These names help them in their identification. Here, we will discuss some exciting and interesting information about these animals, including monkeys, mice, mules, mink, etc.

List of Animals that start with M

1. Magpie
2. Mayfly
3. Macaw
4. Mule
5. Mink
6. Mouse
7. Markhor
8. Mudi
9. Milkfish
10. Macaroni penguin

Magpie

These are the animals with the scientific name Pica. They are brilliant birds that are known to have seventeen different species. Magpies have long tails and white-colored chests. Its diet includes small vertebrates, insects, and seeds, young of other birds, fresh carrion, and eggs. They come in the category of those animal species that can quickly identify themselves in the mirror.

Phylum	Chordata
Personality	Intelligent and bold
Habitat	Edges of forests, meadows, grasslands
Weight	200 to 250 grams
Wingspan	52 to 60cm
Lifespan	25 to 30 years

Mayfly

The mayfly belongs to the order Ephemeroptera. Its other names include drake, fishfly, dayfly, sandfly, and shadfly. They have transparent wings, of which hindwings are smaller than the forelimbs. These animal species with short antennas use nymphs for energy transfer in the freshwater. The life cycle of these birds whose name start with “m” include four phases: egg, nymph, subimago, and imago. Moreover, the process of mating occurs after the final molt.

Phylum	Arthropoda
Habitat	Still water, streams, edges of lakes, shallow streams
Predators	Alderflies, dragonflies, leaches, water beetles, crayfishes, triclads, caddisflies
Diet	Detritus, insects, other plant materials
Size	0.6 to 2.8cm
Lifespan	Short

Macaw

These are the birds with the scientific name Psittacidae. They have curved, strong, and large beaks, which they use to crush seeds and nuts. These animal species make people know their presence in dense rainforests by creating squawking, loud, and screening voices. They are categorized into two groups; mini and large macaws. These social and intelligent birds show gathering in groups of almost 10 to 30 individuals.

Habitat	North, South, and Central America, woodland, rainforests, savannah-like habitat
Size	12 to 40 inches
Weight	3 to 3.5 pounds (Hyacinth macaws)
Diet	Leaf buds, berries, fruits, nuts, a variety of seeds
Predators	Monkeys and snakes
Lifespan	50 years (Hyacinth macaws)

Mule

These animal species have the scientific name Equus asinus and Equus caballus. Mules are the hybrid offspring of a female horse and male ass. They show close resemblance to the horses in croup, neck shape, and coat uniformity. They are cleverer than donkeys and are less stubborn. They also show whimpering sounds other than braying like a donkey and whinnying like a horse. Furthermore, these animal species are considered sterile.

Habitat	Grasslands, pastures, agricultural areas
Colors	Grey, black, bay, sorrel
Height	50 to 70 inches
Weight	600 to 1500 pounds
Diet	Plants, small shrubs, grain, food, grasses
Lifespan	35 to 50 years

Mink

These species with the scientific name Neovison vison come in the category of animals whose name start with “m”. They are primarily present in the Northern Hemispheres. They have broad heads with rounded and short ears, thick and long neck, and short legs. In addition to this, these animal species are dark-colored carnivorous and semiaquatic mammals. They show a link to weasels, ferrets, and ermines. They communicate by making noises such as barking, squealing, screeching, hissing, growling, and chuckling.

Phylum	Chordate
Habitat	Lakes, ponds, streams, rocky or brushy cover, near water
Size	30 to 50cm
Weight	4.5 pounds (females are small-sized)
Diet	Birds, frogs, snakes, fish, chipmunks, mice, rabbits, muskrats
Lifespan	10 to 12 years

Mouse

They have the scientific name Mus. These animal species have long tails, pointed scouts, rounded ears, and small bodies. One of the smallest known mouse is the Pygmy mouse (M.minutoides), while the largest is the Peninsular Indian flat-haired mouse (M.Platythrix). Researches have shown that the animal species of this type can transfer up to two hundred human pathogens, including Salmonella and Hantavirus.

Family	Muridae
Habitat	Tiny gaps in foundations around garages and doorways
Size	2.4 to 4.3 inches
Weight	12 to 30 grams
Predators	Falcons, hawks, snakes, large lizards, mongooses, owls
Lifespan	2 to 7 years

Markhor

These animals with the scientific name Capra falconeri are also called Shakhawat or screw-horned goats. The type of these animals whose name start with “m” have different colored long hair such as white, tan, grey-black, and silver. Their legs are of white and black color. In addition to this, males have heavy and long fringes on their chests and throats. In contrast, females have short black-colored beards, red-colored hair, and no mane. These animal species come in the category of critically endangered species of the world.

Family	Bovidae
Habitat	Himalayan mountains’ steep dry Hillsides in Central Asia
Height	2 to 4 feet
Weight	32 to 110kg
Predators	Brown bear, Himalayan wolves, snow leopard
Lifespan	12 to 13 years

Mudi

This animal has the scientific name Canis lupus familiaris. It is considered a very faithful and energetic of the dogs. These animal species have a shorter coating on legs and face while the wavy, curly, or medium coating on the body. However, their coating requires little grooming as it repels debris and dust. People love to keep Mudi as pets because of their loving and devoted behavior.

Phylum	Chordate
Origin	Hungary
Height	38 to 44cm (Females), 41 to 47cm (Males)
Weight	8 to 11kg (Females), 11 to 13kg (Males)
Diet	Healthy fats and proteins, vegetables packed with minerals and vitamins
Lifespan	13 to 14 years

Milkfish

These animals with the scientific name Chanos are also called bangos or bandeng. They have a forged tail with a long, muscular, silver-colored body. These species having their names starting with “m” have cycloid scales, a sharp snout with a terminal mouth, and large-sized eyes. Their habitat depends on age; for example, adults live in tropical coastal areas, and young ones live in the oceans. Humans are using these species as their food sources.

Order	Gonorynchiformes
Size	180 to 124cm
Taste	Mild, sweet
Weight	14kg
Predators	Ten pounders, Indo-Pacific tarpons
Lifespan	3 to 12 years

Macaroni penguin

The macaroni penguins have the scientific name Eudyptes chrysolophus. They adopt black-colored chins and faces, yellow or orange-colored feathers, and a large reddish orange-colored bill. These animal species can waddle as well as hop. Some people confuse these penguins with the royal ones; hence classify them as s single species. They can swim up to speeds of 15 to 24kph.

Order	Sphenisciformes
Height	28 inches
Weight	4.7kg
Diet	Squid, small fish, krill, other crustaceans
Predators	Killer whales, leopard seals, fur seals
Lifespan	8 to 15 years

FAQ’s

Sometimes people get confused and raise some questions. So, the answers to some of those questions are as listed below;

What sea animal starts with the letter M?

Manatee that is also called sea cows, starts with the letter M.

Is monkey a mammal?

Yes, monkeys come in the category of mammals.

Conclusion

More than eighty different species of animals whose names start with “M” are present. However, some of them are described in this blogpost. It includes enough information about these animals to help you identify them from others.