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Animals That Start with B: Bears, Eagles, and More

Animals that start with B include some of the best-known mammals and birds in North America and beyond. This page highlights a few high-interest species and will expand over time.

Brown Bear

A large, powerful omnivore found across parts of North America, Europe, and Asia. Coastal populations that feed on salmon can grow especially large.

Bald Eagle

The national bird of the United States. A fish-eating raptor that has recovered strongly after earlier population declines.

Other animals starting with B

  • Beaver — Ecosystem engineers that build dams and lodges.
  • Bison — Large grazers of North American grasslands.
  • Bat — The only mammals capable of true powered flight; many species eat insects.
  • Butterfly — Diverse insects with scaled wings; important pollinators.

More detailed profiles for animals starting with B are being added. Check back or use the site search for specific species.

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