This list includes 30 Small animals that start with E, from “Eastern bluebird” to “European starling”. They are typically small birds, mammals, reptiles, and amphibians under about 5 kg. You can use this list for pet selection, school projects, or quick wildlife identification.

Small animals that start with E are species commonly under 5 kg whose names begin with the letter E. Many are familiar pets or widespread birds, for example the bright Eastern bluebird and the invasive European starling.

Below you’ll find the table with Common name, Scientific name, Habitat, and Lifespan.

Common name: The widely used name helps you quickly recognize species in everyday contexts, field guides, and pet care searches.

Scientific name: Shows the formal binomial so you can confirm the exact species and find authoritative details across sources.

Habitat: Describes typical environments where the species lives, so you can assess where to observe or keep them.

Lifespan: Gives typical age ranges in years for adults, helping you plan care, study longevity, or compare species.

Small animals that start with E

Common nameScientific nameHabitatLifespan
Eastern gray squirrelSciurus carolinensisEastern North America, woodlands and urban parks6–12 years wild; up to 20 years captive
Eastern chipmunkTamias striatusEastern North America, woodlands and gardens2–3 years wild; up to 8 years captive
European hedgehogErinaceus europaeusEurope, hedgerows, gardens and woodlands3–7 years wild; up to 10 years captivity
Egyptian fruit batRousettus aegyptiacusAfrica & Middle East, caves and fruiting trees10–20 years (captive)
Emerald ash borerAgrilus planipennisEast Asia and North America, ash tree bark1–2 years life cycle
European green toadBufotes viridisEurope & W Asia, grassland edges and ponds5–10 years wild; up to 12 years captive
Eastern screech-owlMegascops asioEastern North America, woodlands and urban trees3–10 years wild; up to 14 years captive
Eastern bluebirdSialia sialisEastern North America, open woodlands and meadows6–10 years wild
Eurasian blue titCyanistes caeruleusEurope & W Asia, woodlands and gardens2–3 years average; up to 11 years
Eurasian red squirrelSciurus vulgarisEurope & Asia, coniferous and mixed forests3–7 years wild; up to 10 years captive
Eastern cottontailSylvilagus floridanusNorth America, meadows, brushy edges and suburbs1–3 years wild; up to 6 years captive
European starlingSturnus vulgarisEurope, introduced worldwide, cities and open country2–3 years average; up to 15 years
Eurasian harvest mouseMicromys minutusEurope & Asia, reedbeds and tall grasses1–2 years wild; up to 4 years captive
European moleTalpa europaeaEurope, lawns, pastures and farmland (subterranean)3–6 years
European pond turtleEmys orbicularisEurope, slow freshwater ponds and marshes20–40 years
European fire-bellied toadBombina bombinaCentral & Eastern Europe, shallow ponds and marshes5–10 years wild; up to 20 years captive
Edible dormouseGlis glisEurope, deciduous woodlands and tree cavities5–10 years; long hibernators
European robinErithacus rubeculaEurope, woodlands, parks and gardens1–3 years average; up to 5–6 years
European goldfinchCarduelis carduelisEurope & W Asia, farmland edges and gardens2–3 years wild; up to 10 years captive
European green lizardLacerta viridisEurope, sunny grassland, scrub and hedgerows5–15 years
Egyptian tortoiseTestudo kleinmanniNorth Africa, dry scrub and semi-desert30–80+ years
Eurasian nuthatchSitta europaeaEurope & W Asia, mature deciduous woodlands2–5 years wild; up to 8 years
Eurasian tree sparrowPasser montanusEurope & Asia, towns, farmland and gardens2–3 years
Emperor scorpionPandinus imperatorWest Africa, tropical forest leaf litter6–8 years (captive)
Eastern garter snakeThamnophis sirtalisNorth America, meadows, wetlands and gardens4–10 years
Eastern towheePipilo erythrophthalmusEastern North America, brushy edges and thickets2–7 years
Eastern phoebeSayornis phoebeEastern North America, woodlands, farms and structures2–4 years average
Eastern box turtleTerrapene carolinaEastern North America, woodlands and meadows30–40 years (often longer)
Eurasian scops-owlOtus scopsEurope, North Africa & W Asia, woodlands and orchards3–8 years
Eastern fence lizardSceloporus undulatusEastern North America, dry open woodlands and fences2–8 years

Descriptions

Eastern gray squirrel
Familiar tree squirrel often seen in parks and backyards; adaptable, common pet interest for wildlife feeding and urban observation.
Eastern chipmunk
Striped ground squirrel that tunnels and stores food; curious and quick — sometimes kept briefly as a rehab or educational animal.
European hedgehog
Spiny nocturnal insectivore that rolls into a ball; popular in wildlife gardens and subject to conservation in urban areas.
Egyptian fruit bat
Medium-sized fruit bat relevant to pollination and seed dispersal; commonly seen in roosts near human orchards.
Emerald ash borer
Invasive beetle that kills ash trees; tiny but ecologically and economically important — key species in pest management discussions.
European green toad
Warty toad with bright belly markings; tolerant of disturbed habitats and sometimes kept by amphibian enthusiasts.
Eastern screech-owl
Small, camouflaged owl common in suburban areas; vocal and nest-box friendly, often seen by backyard birders.
Eastern bluebird
Colorful cavity-nesting songbird popular at nest boxes; insect-eating and widely loved by gardeners.
Eurasian blue tit
Small acrobatic bird common at feeders; bright plumage and frequent garden visitor.
Eurasian red squirrel
Tree-dwelling squirrel with ear tufts; valued in woodland conservation and occasionally kept in rehabilitation.
Eastern cottontail
Common rabbit of fields and yards; prolific breeder and frequent subject of wildlife watching.
European starling
Gregarious and adaptable bird, often in flocks; known for mimicry and urban presence.
Eurasian harvest mouse
Tiny climbing rodent that nests in tall grasses; of interest to small-mammal enthusiasts and habitat conservationists.
European mole
Burrowing insectivore that shapes lawns and fields; often considered a garden pest but ecologically important.
European pond turtle
Small freshwater turtle sometimes kept as a pet; requires aquatic habitat and faces habitat loss in parts of its range.
European fire-bellied toad
Bright-bellied toad that displays warning colors; popular in amphibian hobby keeping with proper permits.
Edible dormouse
Nocturnal gliding rodent that hibernates for months; historically eaten (hence the name) and kept by some exotic-pet hobbyists.
European robin
Friendly, bold garden songbird often seen near people; staple of backyard birdwatching.
European goldfinch
Small, colorful finch that feeds on seeds; frequent at feeders and aviaries.
European green lizard
Large bright green lizard visible in open habitats; occasional subject of reptile keeping where legal.
Egyptian tortoise
Tiny desert tortoise prized in the pet trade; long-lived and vulnerable — conservation and legal protection are important.
Eurasian nuthatch
Small stout bird that climbs trunks headfirst; frequent at nest boxes and feeders.
Eurasian tree sparrow
Small sparrow often near people; similar to house sparrow but less synanthropic in some regions.
Emperor scorpion
Large but lightweight scorpion popular in the pet trade; docile but protected in some areas due to collection pressure.
Eastern garter snake
Common, small striped snake often seen in yards; frequently kept by beginner reptile enthusiasts.
Eastern towhee
Ground-feeding sparrow with a distinctive song; common in shrubby habitats and backyard edges.
Eastern phoebe
Small flycatcher that nests on buildings; friendly to birders and useful for insect control.
Eastern box turtle
Terrestrial turtle with hinged shell; common in pet trade but needs long-term care and legal considerations.
Eurasian scops-owl
Small, crested owl heard at night; migratory and often uses nest boxes.
Eastern fence lizard
Spiny, sun-loving lizard common on logs and walls; often seen basking and tolerates suburban habitats.
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