Mammals

Welcome to Mammals @ Suite 101.

Mammals are arguably the most diverse group within the animal kingdom. With more than 9000 species of birds and 800,000 species of insects; in contrast, mammals would be considered a small group with only about 4600 species.

Despite this, mammals show great diversity in size, shape, form and function and range they inhabit. Here you will find fascinating information on a range of mammals of all shapes and sizes.

Mammals

Animal Husbandry

Bipeds

Breeding Livestock

Flying Mammals

Livestock Health

Mammal Habitats

Marine Mammals

Quadrupeds

Latest articles in Mammals

Beavers Return to Holland's Biesbosch National Park

Hunted to extinction, beavers have returned to Holland's Biesbosch National Park. Across Europe, this large vegetarian rodent is making a rapid comeback.

Apr 25, 2012 – Malcolm Smith

The Maternity Unit with a Difference

In the gloomy dark cellars of a former mansion in North Wales is the biggest breeding colony of Lesser Horseshoe Bats in Europe.

Apr 18, 2012 – Malcolm Smith

From paddock to plate : profile of a steer breeder

Do you know where your beef comes from? A brief chat with breeder Rebecca George reveals the real-life facts behind it.

Apr 8, 2012 – Bernadette Burke

History of the American Fuzzy Lop

History and ARBA standard facts for the American Fuzzy Lop Rabbit.

Feb 15, 2012 – Cindi Hinton

History of the American Chinchilla Rabbit

History and ARBA standard facts for the American Chinchilla Rabbit