Rodents
The tooth-tastic group!
Animals with special teeth that never stop growing.
What makes them this type?
- Continuous incisor growth
- Cheek pouches for storing food
- Strong hind legs for jumping
- Whiskers help navigate in dark
Examples
Mouse Smallest mammal, can fit through a coin
Squirrel Stores food in hidden nests called dreys
Rabbit Hops on powerful hind legs at 25mph!
Chipmunk Carries nuts in cheeks up to 1 mile home
Motion Notes (for Animation & Drawing)
- Often move quickly with short bursts of energy
- Use whiskers and ears for navigation
- Some burrow underground homes
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Typically small to medium size
Have sharp, pointed incisors at front
Fun Facts
- Rodents make up 40% of all mammal species!
- Some rodents can store food for winter months
- Rodent brains are incredibly adaptable