1. Mrs. Angelo-Kuzar’s 2 nd Grade Class Animal Reports “2011-2012” School Year

2. Can you guess the name of my animal? The animal group it belongs to is called insects. It has 6 legs, claws, eyes, antennae, a head, a thorax, and an abdomen. It can be black, red, yellow or brown. It lives in the tree, in a nest, under a log, or in a hill, or in your own house. It can live all around the world, except Antarctica because it is too cold there. It mostly lives in hot areas. It eats seeds, plants, little bugs and crumbs. Now I will tell you how it is born. First it hatches itself from an egg. Then it goes to larva, next to a pupa, and then finally to this animal. Next I will tell you it cares for itself. Now my favorite part is that I get to tell you about unusual stuff about it. There are 10,000 different kinds of them. It can be the color yellow. Each nest has workers, soldiers, and a queen. The queen lays eggs the rest of her life. Did you know most of them live for 6 to 10 weeks and some can live for up to 15 years? I chose this animal because I am going to be observing them this summer. By, Luke

3. Can you guess the name of my animal? It belongs to the animal group called mammals. It looks like a pig’s face. Its fur is gray, tan, brown, or black. It eats lots of insects or some eat fruit. It is born from its mama. It is cared for by its mom. It is nocturnal and likes to fly at night. Did you know that it is the only mammal that can fly? An unusual fact is that it hangs upside down by its feet when it sleeps. I chose this animal because they like to catch insects. By, Tyler

4. Can you guess the name of my animal? It belongs to the animal group called mammals. It has thick, white fur, and it is big, fat, fast and strong. It likes to eat fish. It is born by its mother. It is cared from its mom and dad. Did you know that they are the biggest mammal on land that eats meat? They live in the Arctic and their fur blends in with the Arctic ice and snow. An unusual fact about this animal is that it has poor eyesight but a good sense of smell. I chose this animal because they are my favorite animal. By, Tyrell

5. Can you guess the name of my animal? It belongs to the group called mammals. It is 4 feet long. Its tail is scaly, flat, and shaped like an oar. It has thick, brown fur and large, webbed back feet. It lives in the forest. It eats leaves and bark. It’s born live from its mother, and its mother takes care of it. My animal has amazing building skills. They build lodges and dams. Did you know that they can stay underwater for up to 15 minutes? An unusual fact is that it has orange teeth that never stop growing. The reason I picked this animal is because it’s cool! By, Logan D.

6. Can you guess the name of my animal? It belongs to the animal group called insects. This insect is black with yellow or brown markings. They usually have short thick bodies covered with hair, six legs, five eyes, two pairs of wings, and mouth parts that act like a long tongue. My animal lives in a hive all over the world, except Antarctica. My animal gets all their food from flowers and eats nectar and pollen from them. It is born from an egg. It cares for itself. An unusual fact is that females have stingers and the males cannot sting. Did you know that people have kept this animal for their honey for over 4,000 years? I chose this animal because I like it. By, Aubree

7. Can you guess the name of my animal? It belongs to the animal group called insects. It has six legs, antennae, two wings, and it is brightly colored. It lives in the forest and in the jungle. It eats a sweet liquid called nectar from plants. An unusual fact is that they carry pollen which helps flowers produce seeds. It is born from an egg. It cares for itself. When it hatches, it is a caterpillar. Did you know that most adults have two pairs of wings? I chose this animal because I love them! By, Ramsey

8. Can you guess the name of my animal? It belongs to the animal group called insects. They have wings, but they are unable to fly. They can be brown, black or green. They have long powerful hind legs to make them jump. They have long thin antennas to smell and touch. They live in warm areas of the world and can be found in trees, fields, and bushes. They eat plants. They come out at night when it is dark to find food. They are born from an egg. It cares for itself. An unusual fact is that they use chirps to communicate with each other, and usually only the male’s chirp. Did you know that many people think these insects bring good luck? I thought it was interesting because it has powerful hind legs. By, Arianna

9. Can you guess the name of my animal? It belongs to the animal group called mammals. It has large ears, a short tail, and it has long slender legs. On each foot they have small and large hooves. They usually have smooth, brown fur. They usually have white areas often covering their chest and throat. Some types have a shaggy coat, especially in the cold seasons. It lives in the woods. It eats grass, twigs, and bark. It is born from its mother. Also, it is cared by its mother. Did you know that they are the only mammals that can grow large antlers? An unusual fact is that they shed their antlers and grow new ones each year. They live in Europe, Asia, North and South America and in Northern Africa. They live in forests, swamps, deserts, and tundras. The reason why I like this animal is because I know a lot about this animal. By, Madison

10. Can you guess the name of my animal? It belongs to the animal group called birds. There are 100 species, and you can find them all over the world. They have stout bodies, webbed feet, and soft inner feathers called down to protect them from the cold. Most live on the sea and can be found on ponds. It eats fish, insects, and plants. It is born from eggs. It’s cared for by its mom and dad. Did you know that most of the males have colorful feathers? An unusual fact is that they are the smallest of the waterfowl. I chose this animal because it lives near me. By, Jonathan

11. Can you guess the name of my animal? It belongs to the animal group called mammals. It looks like a dog with a bushy tail. It has pointy ears, short legs, and a narrow snout. It lives in a den. It eats rabbits, birds, and chickens. It is born from its mother. It gets taken care of for a few weeks by its mother. Did you know that people hunt them for their fur? An unusual fact is that the females can give birth to as many as 14 babies. I picked this animal because it hunts. By, Spencer

12. Can you guess the name of my animal? It belongs in the animal group of amphibians. They are most common in rain forests and are found all around the world. Some live in underground tunnels and trees. It has smooth skin, long legs, and big bulging eyes. They are usually green, brown, gray, or yellow. It lives in the water and on land, except in very cold places. It eats bugs and worms. It is born from an egg in water. It cares for itself. Did you know that its glands in its skin make poison, but it doesn’t protect them? An unusual fact is that their hind legs are more than twice as long than its front legs. This animal can be less than an inch long. The longest type is a foot long. Most of them have webbed back feet. I chose this animal because I like them. By, Jenna

13. Can you guess the name of my animal? It belongs to the group called insects. They can be found all over the world. They live in forests. They eat mostly plants. They have six, long back legs. They have antennas on their heads that they use to touch and smell with. Did you know they rub their back legs together against their front wings to attract females? An unusual fact is that it sheds its skin. The reason I like this insect is that it can jump really high. By, Noah

14. Can you guess the name of my animal? It belongs to the animal group called birds. It has a long tail, sharp claws, and large wings. It lives in a forest. It eats chicks, lizards, birds, or small animals. Did you know that it eats songbirds and can eat small pets too? It hatches from an egg. Its mom cares for it. My animal swoops. An unusual fact is that most people think it is harmful, but they are helpful because they eat rodents, insects, and other pests. It uses its sharp claws and beak to kill animals. The reason I picked this animal is because it is cool since it has the same name as a cool skateboarder named Tony! By, Lily

15. Can you guess the name of my animal? It belongs to the animal group called mammals. My animal can be white or brown. They have a scaly tail and grow to about 8 inches. They live mainly on the ground and eat almost anything including seeds, grains and insects and sometimes human foods. They are born from its mother and are also cared for by its mother. A neat fact is that a pair of these can give birth to 30 or 40 babies a year. Did you know they are often considered pests because they can destroy food supplies and spread disease? Some people keep them as pets. I chose this animal because I like them. By, David

16. Can you guess the name of my animal? The name of the group in which the animal is from is mammals. They have slender bodies, short legs and a long neck. They also have thick brown fur that keeps them warm in the cold water. They live near rivers and some live in lakes or streams. They eat fish, shellfish, and other water animals. They are born from its mother and she cares for them for about a year. Did you know that they are great swimmers and their webbed feet help them to swim? A neat fact is that these animals can weigh between 6.5 and 60 pounds. I chose this animal because I think they are very interesting. By, Tricia

17. Can you guess the name of my animal? It belongs to the animal group called birds. This bird is nocturnal, and it makes strange noises such as deep hoots, chirps, or whistles. They have brown, gray, or white feathers with streaks or spots. It has a large head, flat face, hooked beak, large eyes, short tail, and sharp talons. It lives almost everywhere. It eats mice, moles, rabbits, insects, and other birds. My animal is born through an egg. The mother brings food for the babies. Did you know that most birds are not nocturnal? They have excellent eyesight and hearing, but cannot move their eyes much. Instead, they can turn their head far around to look backward. An unusual fact is that this animal swallows its prey whole and then later spits up the bones, fur, and feathers they cannot digest. I chose this animal because my parents like them. By, Caden

18. Can you guess the name of my animal? It belongs to the animal group called mammals. It looks like it has a pink, curly tail, a stout nose, pointy ears, and it looks like it is smiling. It is barrel shaped and known for its big appetite. It lives in every continent except Antarctica. It lives in forests and grasslands. It eats a wide variety of foods. It is born from its mom. It is cared by its mom and by love. An unusual fact is that it likes to play in the mud because it can cool off since its sweat glands are on the outside of its body. Did you know that its skin is made into leather and its stiff hair is used for brush bristles? I chose this animal because it is a really funny animal. By, Marissa

19. Can you guess the name of my animal? My animal belongs to the animal group of a mammal. My animal looks like it is wearing a mask. My animal also has short, stubby legs, a short snout, small ears that stand straight up, and can weigh up to about 44 pounds. My animal lives in cities, country sides, wooded areas, trees, or in a burrow. My animal eats corn, crayfish, garbage, crabs, fish, frogs, rodents, fruit, or eggs. My animal is born by its mother and taken care of by its mother. Its mother must really love this animal. These are special things that make my animal special to me. First, my animal was stolen from Germany in 1928. My animal can be a pet. In captivity my animal can live for at least 20 years, but in the wild it can only live for about 5 years. My animal is commonly killed by rabies. My animal is also commonly killed by humans to get their special fur. The reason I picked this animal is because it is very cute and furry, but it is a really fierce predator. Finally, I really wanted to learn more about this animal and how it behaved. Now I know exactly how it behaves. I hope you liked my animal report and really hope you figured it out! By, Kyla

20. Can you guess the name of my animal? It is an arachnid. It looks orange and black and it has four pairs of legs. It lives everywhere in the world, except for Antarctica. It eats insects. It is born from an egg. They care for themselves. They are related to scorpions, ticks, and mites. Did you know that they are the only animals to digest their food outside their bodies? Some are hunters and others weave silky webs to catch their prey. An unusual fact is that females lay egg sacs that hold several to thousands of eggs. I chose this animal because some can make poison, and it is creepy. By, Alex

21. Can you guess the name of my animal? It belongs to the animal group called reptiles. This reptile has sturdy legs, short feet, and claws on its toes. It has a hard and strong shell. This animal is found in most parts of the world in freshwater ponds, lakes, rivers, or forests. This animal eats worms, snails, insects, jellyfish, and last but not least, shellfish. This animal is born in an egg. This animal cares for itself. This animal has 250 types of its species. Did you know that this animal can live for days or even weeks without having anything to eat or drink? They live longer than most other animals and can live up to 100 years. An unusual fact about this animal is that it can store water and food in its stomach, and its shell is made of bone. I chose this animal because it’s cute. By, Liam

22. Can you guess the name of my animal? It belongs in the group called mammals. They have coarse gray fur, a pink nose, two beady eyes, and a pointy snout. It lives in forests of Central and South America. One type can be found in North America. They make their homes under tree stumps or in hollow trees. They eat insects, rodents, berries, dog food, and rotten fruit mainly when they come out at night. It is born from the mother’s belly. They spend four to five weeks in their mommy’s pouch. They spend eight to nine weeks clinging to their mother’s back. There are some unusual facts about this animal. They play dead, eat dog food, have a pouch, and can have 25 babies. They are about 16 inches long (15 centimeters). Did you know that they pretend to be dead to escape a predator? I chose this animal because they are cool! By, Logan L.

23. Thank you for viewing our animal reports. Did you guess the correct animals? Luke – ant Tyler – bat Tyrell – bear Logan D. – beaver Aubree – bee Ramsey – butterfly Arianna – cricket Madison - deer Jonathan – duck Spencer – fox Jenna – frog Noah - grasshopper Lily - hawk Logan L. – opossum Caden - owl Marissa – pig Kyla – raccoon Alex – spider Liam – turtle Tricia – otter David – mouse