Animals that start with S

There are many animals whose names start with “s”. It is used for their identification. Approximately thirty animals are present having names beginning with “s”. This blog post will share some exciting and interesting information about these animals such as Salmon, Sheep, Sea Lion, Silver Dollar, etc.

List of Animals that start with S

1. Sea Lion
2. Scorpion
3. Snake
4. Shark
5. Swan
6. Salamander
7. Sheep
8. Squid
9. Saiga
10. Skink

Sea Lion

They are primarily present in the Pacific waters and are seen on land than in water. These animals with longer flippers and sharp teeth feed on penguins, octopus, squid, crustaceans, etc. They get water from their diet; hence don’t need to drink water separately.  The sea lions are excellent divers that can dive up to 900 feet. They are dark brown-colored and seem black on getting wet.

Class	Mammalia
Phylum	Chordata
Order	Carnivora
Weight	Males (200 to 1,000kg), Females (50 to 270kg)
Length	Males (2 to 3 meters), Females (1.3 meters)
Predators	Sharks, humans, whales, etc.

Scorpion

These animals with the scientific name of Scorpiones have a close resemblance to ticks, spiders, and mites. They are seen in tropical, temperate, and subtropical environments like forests, grasslands, and savannas. The scorpions seem like crickets and use their legs to sing. The sound produced by this song appears to warn mates instead of attracting them. Some of them have toxic venom that can cause health problems, including death.

Phylum	Arthropoda
Subphylum	Chelicerata
Life cycle	Five to twenty-five years
Diet	Carnivore
Size	2.5 to 8.3 inch.
Weight	60 grams (Average)

Snake

About 30,000 species of these animals are present on this earth. These reptiles are also called Serpents and have enlarged tails and bodies. They get rid of parasites by shedding their skin via a process known as ecdysis. Some are poisonous, while half of them only do biting. These are the cold-blood animals that have scaly skin. However, research has shown that a snake can also hear you talking.

Phylum	Chordata
Order	Squamata
Suborder	Serpentes
Diet	Frogs, Lizards, Insects, Snakes, Squirrels, Birds, Frogs
Life cycle	Varies by species
Habitat	Deserts, grasslands, salt and fresh water

Shark

According to various authorities, approximately 400 species of these animal species are present. They come in the subclass category of fish called Elasmobranchii. Each side of their heads contains five to seven gill slits. Their skeleton is not made up of bones but of cartilage. They have pointed fins, cartilaginous skin, and upturned, asymmetrical, muscular tails. These animal species get feared by dolphins.

Phylum	Chordata
Scientific name	Selachimorpha
Weight	11,000kgs
Habitat	Coral reefs, open ocean, under the Arctic ice and deep sea
Lifespan	20 to 30 years
Diet	Invertebrates, smaller fishes

Swan

These are dignified, beautiful, and attractive animal species that show close resemblance to ducks and geese. They are present across the Southern and Northern hemispheres. They have big feet, heavy bodies, and beautiful long necks. They do the migration in V or diagonal formation at greater heights. These animals don’t feed by diving but by dabbing for aquatic plants. These intelligent birds are very loyal to their mates.

Phylum	Chordata
Class	Aves
Height	1.2 meters
Weight	11.3 to 15.88kg
Lifespan	12 to 30 years
Feathers	25,000

Salamander

These amphibians have tails, moist skin, four legs, and short bodies. They can neither make sounds nor hear them. The largest salamander in North America is The Pacific Giant Salamander. They use to hide in the daytime and feed at nighttime. In addition to this, these animals can lay almost 1 to 450 eggs. They hibernate in those regions where the temperature is below freezing point. Some people love to keep them as pets.

Phylum	Chordata
Scientific name	Urodela
Habitat	Moist locations, ponds, creeks, brooks, near water
Lifespan	20 to 50 years
Size	Largest (head to tail length up to 1.8 meters), Smallest (1.7 to 15 centimeters)
Diet	Snails, worms, insects and other animals

Sheep

People raise these mammals for various purposes, including wool, milk, and meat. They also love to keep these mammals as livestock. Male sheep are known as rams, and the female ones are called ewes. They get 270 to 320 degrees field of vision via their rectangular pupils. The flesh of immature sheep is known as a lamb, while mature sheep is called mutton. They do cattle after grazing plants that are closer to the roots.

Order	Artiodactyla
Family	Bovidae
Length	4.26 feet in adults
Treaty	Oats, pears, pumpkins, carrots, apples, Grapes, Alfalfa Cubes (only for females)
Lifespan	10 to 12 years
Gestation Period	152 years

Squid

These animal species with the scientific name of Decabrachia have short compact heads and enlarged tubular bodies. They are present in both oceanic and coastal water. Some squids have light organs that they use to attract and recognize prey. Their skin has unique chromatophores that help them blend in surroundings by changing their colors. These molluscs have soft bodies and acquire an active predatory lifestyle.

Class	Cephalopod
Size	1.96 to 43 feet
Diet	Crustaceans, fish
Lifespan	3 to 5 years, large (up to 15 years)
Habitat	Oceans
Weight	Giant squid (150kg for males, 275kg for females)

Saiga

These animals are primarily seen in the harsh conditions of Central Asia’s semi-desert grasslands. Furthermore, they can travel up to one thousand kilometers during winter and summer. They are called hoofed mammals that use to live in herds. Moreover, they have the large noses to filter dust during the dry summer season. Sadly, their population is rapidly decreasing. Hence, they are considered endangered species.

Species	S. tartarica
Order	Artiodactyla
Diet	Lichens, low-growing shrubs, grass, herbs
Predators	Feral dogs, foxes, birds of prey, wolves
Lifespan	10 to 12 years (in the wild)
Size	30 inches

Skink

These reptiles have the scientific name Scincidae. They are present in Australia deserts, North America temperate regions and associated islands of Southeast Asia. Such animal species are known to have long tails, cone-shaped heads and cylindrical bodies in cross section. Their small-sized legs help to recognize them in comparison to other lizards. Some other species common to this genera are Mabuya, Scincus, and Tropidophorus.

Order	Squamata
Class	Reptilia
Diet	Small invertebrates, insects
Size	8 to 30 inches
Weight	10 to 18 ounces
Lifespan	2 to 3 years

FAQ’s

Some of the frequently asked questions about those animals whose names start with “S” are as listed below:

Is a sea horse an animal?

The seahorses with the equine shape are unique. As they are monogamous, hence do mating for life. They are the only known species on earth, with males bearing unborn young ones.

Where do we find animals?

The wildlife is present in all ecosystems, including grasslands, plains, forests, rainforests, deserts, and other areas.

Conclusion

This planet is full of many animals, all having their own identifications. But some of them have their names starting with “S,” which is described in this article. It will provide you with enough information about their characters.