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Animal Riddles for Kids

Guess creatures from the jungle, farm, ocean and backyard. These animal riddles are ideal for classroom warm-ups, car rides and curious young zoologists.

14 riddles with answers Surprise me

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Animals riddles

easyAges 3–7
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I have whiskers, soft paws and a purr. What am I?

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easyAges 3–8
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I look like a horse wearing black-and-white pajamas. What am I?

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easyAges 3–8
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I move slowly and carry my house on my back. What am I?

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easyAges 4–9
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I hop on two strong legs and carry my baby in a pocket. What am I?

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easyAges 4–8
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I sleep by day, hunt at night and say, “Who?” What am I?

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easyAges 4–9
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I am a bird dressed like I am going to a fancy party, but I cannot fly. What am I?

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easyAges 4–9
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I have eight arms but never wear sleeves. What am I?

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easyAges 3–8
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I buzz from flower to flower and make something sweet. What am I?

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easyAges 4–9
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I begin life in water, then grow legs and croak. What am I?

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easyAges 3–8
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I have a hard home, a slow walk and no front door. What am I?

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easyAges 3–7
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I am orange with green hair, and rabbits think I am delicious. What am I?

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easyAges 4–9
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I fly at night and sometimes sleep upside down. What am I?

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easyAges 3–8
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I gobble, have feathers and often appear at a November feast. What am I?

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easyAges 3–8
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I have long ears and deliver springtime baskets. What am I?

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