Here you’ll find 5 Mammals that start with U that begin with U, organized from “Uinta chipmunk” to “Ussuri white-toothed shrew”. They range from small rodents to insectivores, and they occupy forest, grassland, and montane habitats. Use this list for classroom activities, species identification, and quick reference.

Mammals that start with U are mammals whose common English names begin with the letter U. Many reflect regional names, such as the Uinta chipmunk named for Utah’s Uinta Mountains.

Below you’ll find the table with common name, scientific name, habitat, and average size (cm).

Common name: The everyday name you’ll recognize, useful for searches, labeling, and quick identification in classroom or field settings.

Scientific name: The Latin binomial gives the precise species identity so you avoid confusion between similar common names.

Habitat: A concise category showing typical environments, helping you know where each species usually lives and where to look.

Average size (cm): Midpoint adult length in centimeters gives a quick sense of body scale and helps you compare species visually.

Mammals that start with U

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