Animals in a forest come in all different shapes and sizes. Below are a few examples of the kinds of animals you might find in a forest. Have you ever seen any of these animals before?

Cardinal - A cardinal is a bird that is often found in the United States. You can tell it is a cardinal by its bright red feathers.

Squirrel - Here is an animal that you might have seen before. A squirrel is a furry animal with a big, bushy tail. It eats nuts and seeds and lives in the trees.

Bear - There are many types of bears around the world. There are grizzly bears, black bears, and polar bears just to name a few. Take a look at the site called The Cub Den to learn more about bears.

There are so many other animals that live in the forests. Can you think of any others?


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