Hyrax Facts For Kids. Fun Information About Hyraxes

Hyraxes are small furry mammals that look like guinea pigs or groundhogs! But here's something amazing - their closest relatives are actually elephants and manatees! Hyraxes are only about the size of a rabbit, but they share special features with much larger animals. God designed hyraxes with unique feet that have rubbery pads and tiny hooves. These special feet help them climb steep rocky cliffs like expert mountaineers!

Hyraxes live in Africa and the Middle East where they sunbathe on rocks and live in groups. Rock hyraxes are the most common and love to live among boulders and rocky outcrops. Tree hyraxes live in forests and are great climbers. Hyraxes are herbivores that eat leaves, grass, fruit, and bark. They make many different sounds including chirps, squeaks, and even screams! Let's discover more about these surprising little rock-dwelling mammals!