Reading Comprehension + Descriptive Vocabulary (Animals)

I am a majestic bird of prey with sharp talons and keen vision. I often soar gracefully in the sky and build my nest on towering cliffs. My name is a symbol of power and freedom in the United States. What am I?

I am a sleek marine mammal with a smooth, gray body. I have a single long, spiraled tusk that resembles a unicorn’s horn. I swim in icy Arctic waters. What am I?

I am a slow-moving reptile with a tough, domed shell. I live in both water and on land, and I can live for over a century. My diet often includes leafy greens and fruit. What am I?

I am a gentle bear with soft black and white fur. I am native to China and spend most of my day chewing bamboo. People often describe me as adorable and clumsy. What am I?

I am a furry mammal with long, floppy ears and a twitching nose. I hop through meadows and forests using my strong hind legs. I often dig burrows in the ground to create a safe home. What am I?

I am a buzzing insect with a striped yellow and black body. I collect nectar from flowers and make sweet, golden honey. People value me for my role in pollination. What am I?

I am a silent, nocturnal bird with a rounded face and large, observant eyes. My feathers are soft, allowing me to fly soundlessly. I can turn my head almost completely around to see in different directions. What am I?

I am a squishy sea creature with eight flexible arms. I can squeeze into tight spaces and release ink to escape predators. My intelligence is famous among marine animals. What am I?

I am a towering bird with long legs and a feathery body. I cannot fly, but I can run faster than most animals on Earth. I am native to Africa and often seen in dry, open plains. What am I?

I am a prickly mammal with sharp, stiff quills covering my back. My quills are not thrown but detach easily if a predator gets too close. I am most active at night and have a diet that includes plants and fruits. What am I?