Ultimate List: 204 Animals That Start with M

Illustration of several animals, with the letter M

The animal kingdom encompasses a beautifully diverse array of species — from mammals and birds to reptiles and insects. And we’ve got them all! Animals are an integral part of Earth’s ecosystem, playing important roles in maintaining the balance of nature.

We’ve collected the ultimate list of animal names that start with M — all the way from Magpies to Mullet Fish.

A collection of illustrated animal faces with simple, stylized features on square backgrounds, including a lion, a fox, a rabbit, a seal, a tiger, and various wild cats, each with a distinct, friendly expression

Why did we write this article? 

  1. We share the Earth with animals — and we each can benefit from understanding and appreciating the entire animal kingdom
  2. Recognizing the importance of all creatures, big and small, can inspire us to make choices that benefit them and our planet.
  3. As a good news website — we have reported hundreds of good news stories about animals and we want it to be easier for you to enjoy them. Throughout this article, you’ll find links to good news stories about various animal species! We hope you get a chance to read a few and enjoy! 

We hope you discover something new — and maybe even share a good news story about your favorite animal with a friend. 

You might also like: Good news articles about animals

More animals that start with: A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J | K | L | M | N | O | P | Q | R | S | T | U | V | W | X | Y | Z 

Animals That Start with the Letter M —

  • Macaque
  • Macaque Monkey
  • Macaroni Penguin
  • Macaw
  • Macgillivray’s Warbler
  • Machaeroides
  • Mackenzie Valley Wolf
  • Mackenzie Wolf
  • Macrauchenia
  • Madagascar Hissing Cockroach
  • Madagascar Jacana
  • Madagascar Red Owl
  • Madagascar Tree Boa
  • Madeiran Large White Butterfly
  • Madora Moth
  • Magellanic Penguin
  • Maggot
  • Magnolia Warbler
  • Magpie
  • Magyarosaurus
  • Mahi Mahi
  • Maiasaura
  • Maine Coon
  • Mal-Shi
  • Malayan Civet
  • Malayan Krait
  • Malayan Tiger
  • Malchi
  • Mallard
  • Malteagle
  • Maltese
  • Maltese Mix
  • Maltese Shih Tzu
  • Maltipom
  • Maltipoo
  • Mamba
  • Mammoth
  • Mamushi Snake
  • Man of War Jellyfish
  • Manakin
  • Manatee
  • Manchester Terrier
  • Mandarin Rat Snake
  • Mandrill
  • Maned Wolf
  • Mangalitsa Pig
  • Mangrove Snake
  • Mangrove Snapper
  • Manta Ray
  • Mantella Frog
  • Mantis Shrimp
  • Manx Shearwater Bird
  • Map Turtles
  • Mara
  • Marabou Stork
  • Marans Chicken
  • Marble Fox
  • Maremma Sheepdog
  • Margay
  • Marine Angelfish
  • Marine Hatchetfish
  • Marine Iguana
  • Marine Toad
  • Markhor
  • Marlin
  • Marmoset
  • Marmot
  • Marsh Frog
  • Marsican Brown Bear
  • Marsupial Mole
  • Marten
  • Masai Giraffe
  • Masiakasaurus
  • Masked Angelfish
  • Masked Finfoot Bird
  • Masked Palm Civet
  • Mason Bee
  • Massasauga
  • Mastador
  • Mastiff
  • Mastiff Mix
  • Mastodon
  • Mauritius Blue Pigeon
  • Mauzer
  • May Beetle
  • Mayan Cichlid
  • Mayfly
  • Meadowlark
  • Meagle
  • Mealworm Beetle
  • Mealy Parrot
  • Mealybug
  • Meerkat
  • Megalania
  • Megaloceros
  • Megalochelys
  • Megalodon
  • Megamouth Shark
  • Meganeura
  • Megapode
  • Megatherium
  • Meiolania
  • Mekong Giant Catfish
  • Merganser
  • Mexican Alligator Lizard
  • Mexican Black Kingsnake
  • Mexican Eagle
  • Mexican Fireleg Tarantula
  • Mexican Free-Tailed Bat
  • Mexican Grey Wolf
  • Mexican Mole Lizard
  • Mexican Wolf
  • Microraptor
  • Midget Faded Rattlesnake
  • Miki
  • Military Macaw Parrot
  • Milk Snake
  • Milkfish
  • Milkweed Aphid
  • Milkweed Beetle
  • Millipede
  • Mini Labradoodle
  • Mini Lop
  • Miniature Bull Terrier
  • Miniature Horse
  • Miniature Husky
  • Miniature Pinscher
  • Mink
  • Minke Whale
  • Minnow
  • Mississippi Kite
  • Moccasin Snake
  • Mockingbird
  • Modern Game Chicken
  • Mojarra
  • Mojave Ball Python
  • Mojave Rattlesnake
  • Mola Mola
  • Mole
  • Mole Crab
  • Mole Cricket
  • Mole Rat
  • Mole Snake
  • Mollusk
  • Molly
  • Monarch Butterfly
  • Mongoose
  • Mongrel
  • Monitor Lizard
  • Monkey
  • Monkfish
  • Monocled Cobra
  • Monte Iberia Eleuth
  • Moon Jellyfish
  • Moonglow Boa
  • Moorhen
  • Moose
  • Moray Eel
  • Morkie
  • Morpho Butterfly
  • Mosasaur
  • Mosasaurus
  • Moscow Watchdog
  • Mosquito
  • Moth
  • Motmot
  • Mottled Owl
  • Mountain Beaver
  • Mountain Bluebird
  • Mountain Cur
  • Mountain Feist
  • Mountain Goat
  • Mountain Gorilla
  • Mountain Lion
  • Mountain Tapir
  • Mountain Zebra
  • Mourning Dove
  • Mourning Warbler
  • Mouse
  • Mouse Deer
  • Mouse Spider
  • Mousebird
  • Mozambique Spitting Cobra
  • Mud Dauber Wasp
  • Mud Snake
  • Mudi
  • Mudpuppy
  • Mudskipper
  • Mulard
  • Mule
  • Mule Deer
  • Mulga Snake
  • Mullet
  • Mullet Fish
  • Muntjac
  • Muscovy Duck
  • Musk Deer
  • Musk Ox
  • Muskie
  • Muskrat
  • Musky Rat-Kangaroo
  • Mussurana Snake
  • Myna Bird

Plus, explore more animal name articles:


You might also like: Animal Good News | Animal Rights Quotes | Animal Holidays | Pet Holidays | Nature Documentaries 

Article Details

December 14, 2023 9:00 AM
Asian small-clawed otter (Aonyx cinereus) photographed in a zoo

For the first time in 185 years, the world's smallest otter appears in Nepal

Scientists have for the first time in 185 years confirmed the presence of the Asian small-clawed otter in Nepal, thrilling conservationists and researchers looking for clues to its existence here.
On the left, a brown horse with a white spot on its nose. In the middle, a tan horse with an injured left ear stands in a pasture. On the right, a white horse looks forward.

Since 2017, the Humane Society has saved the lives of over 100 homeless Mardi Gras parade horses

Glitter-coated parade horses were once sent to slaughter after Mardi Gras. Now the homeless horses are getting a second chance thanks to the Humane Society.
No items found.

Too much bad news? Let’s fix that.

Negativity is everywhere — but you can choose a different story.
The
Goodnewspaper brings a monthly dose of hope,
delivered straight to your door. Your first issue is
free (just $1 shipping).

Start your good news journey today