Armadillo

I’m too big to curl into a ball

If I get into a bind

But that’s ok, since I can dig away

In record-breaking time

My size separates me from my cousins

But I don’t mind too much

Since predators know not to come near

My deadly, long-clawed clutch

Bonobo

I’m the humans’ closest relative

I’m similar in design

I’m intelligent and resourceful

I can learn to speak in sign

I share the same emotions

I can be happy, sad and more

I mostly prefer playing

And I despise the act of war

Condor

The natives consider me a legend

They say I control the thunder

For as I soar grandly through the skies

They can’t help but stare in wonder

Dugong

My funny name and funny shape

Ensure that you remember me

But don’t mix me up with my close cousin

I’m different than a manatee!

Echidna

Some call me a spiny anteater

But earthworms are more to my taste

Some never get around to naming me

They’re too busy laughing at my face

I know I’m not the best-looking creature

But lest you can’t see the good parts of me

Take a look at my back and give it a whack

You’ll find out just how sharp I can be