Looking for fun activities to keep your children busy and help them learn about animals?

Printable animal coloring pages are a perfect solution! These pages allow kids to express their creativity while learning about different creatures from around the world.

Coloring helps children develop fine motor skills, patience, and color recognition while providing hours of entertainment.

From farm animals to jungle beasts, ocean life to backyard friends, our collection offers something for everyone. Each page is designed with just the right amount of detail for small hands and growing artists.

Ready to start a coloring adventure with your little ones? This guide includes 71 different animal designs for you to print and enjoy. Start now.

1. Lion in The Savanna

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A lion prowls across the savanna with its majestic mane blowing in the wind. The scene captures the vast, open landscape of the African plains, filled with tall grass and distant acacia trees.

2. Elephant Walking Through the Jungle

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An elephant moves through the lush jungle, its large ears flapping and trunk swinging. The jungle is filled with dense foliage and tropical trees.

3. Dolphin Leaping in The Ocean

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A joyful dolphin leaps out of the waves, creating a splash in the vast blue ocean. The scene includes gentle waves and distant islands under a sunny sky.

4. Panda Resting in A Bamboo Forest

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A playful panda sits among tall bamboo stalks, nibbling on leaves. The peaceful bamboo forest surrounds it with plenty of greenery.

5. Giraffe Stretching Its Neck to The Treetops

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A giraffe reaches for the highest branches of a tree, its long neck bending gracefully. The savanna stretches out in the background with acacia trees and open grasslands.

6. Zebra Grazing on The Plains

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A zebra peacefully grazes on the open plains, its distinctive stripes standing out against the golden grass. A few trees dot the horizon in the distance.

7. Koala Hugging a Eucalyptus Tree

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A cuddly koala clings to the trunk of a eucalyptus tree. The background features other trees and scattered leaves, creating a calm Australian forest.

8. Tiger Prowling in The Jungle

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A fierce tiger stalks through the thick jungle, its bright orange and black stripes blending with the greenery. Dense foliage and towering trees surround it.

9. Polar Bear on An Ice Floe

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A polar bear stands on a floating ice floe in the cold Arctic, gazing into the distance. The icy waters are calm, with more icebergs and snow in the background.

10. Kangaroo Hopping Through the Outback

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A kangaroo hops energetically across the Australian outback, with dusty ground and sparse trees scattered around. The sun sets in the distance, casting a golden glow.

11. Owl Perched on A Branch at Night

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A wise owl perches on a tree branch at night, its big eyes wide and alert. The night sky is filled with stars and a crescent moon shines brightly.

12. Rabbit Hopping Through a Meadow

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A fluffy rabbit hops through a meadow filled with vibrant flowers and tall grass. The sky is clear, and a few butterflies flutter nearby.

13. Hedgehog Curling Up in the Leaves

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A small hedgehog curls into a ball amidst a pile of autumn leaves. A few mushrooms and fallen leaves surround the hedgehog in a peaceful forest scene.

14. Fox Trotting Through the Forest

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A curious fox trots through the forest, its bushy tail flowing behind. The forest is filled with trees, bushes, and a few scattered leaves.

15. Deer Grazing by The Stream

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A graceful deer stands beside a calm stream, nibbling on the soft grass. The background features trees, plants, and flowers along the water’s edge.

16. Horse Running Through the Fields

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A strong and free-spirited horse gallops across an open field. The surrounding landscape includes rolling hills and a few scattered clouds in the sky.

17. Raccoon Peeking out From a Tree

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A mischievous raccoon peeks out from behind a tree trunk, its paws resting on the bark. The forest is filled with trees and a few ferns.

18. Squirrel Climbing a Tree

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A playful squirrel climbs up a tree, its fluffy tail waving behind it. The tree is surrounded by leaves, and the forest is vibrant with nature.

19. Penguin Waddling on The Ice

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A happy penguin waddles on the ice, its small feet slipping on the slippery surface. The icy surroundings include snowflakes and distant icebergs

20. Crocodile Lurking in The Swamp

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A crocodile lies hidden in the murky water of a swamp, only its eyes peeking out. The swamp is filled with reeds and lily pads.

21. Turtle Swimming Underwater

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A gentle turtle glides through the clear ocean water, surrounded by seaweed and small fish. The light filters down from the surface above.

22. Seahorse Drifting in The Sea

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A delicate seahorse floats gracefully in the water, with seaweed and bubbles around it. The peaceful ocean scene includes simple fish and coral.

23. Whale Spouting Water from Its Blowhole

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A giant whale surfaces, spouting water from its blowhole into the air. The surrounding ocean is calm, with a few ripples and distant waves.

24. Flamingo Standing in A Lagoon

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A tall flamingo stands on one leg in a shallow lagoon, surrounded by gentle water and tall reeds. The background features a peaceful, tropical landscape.

25. Parrot Perched on A Branch

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A colorful parrot sits on a tree branch, its feathers bright and vibrant. The jungle background includes other plants and flowers.

26. Chameleon Blending Into Its Surroundings

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A chameleon blends in with the leaves, showing its ability to camouflage. The jungle scene is rich with lush greenery.

27. Duckling Waddling Along the Shore

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A cute duckling waddles along the shore, with its soft feathers and tiny webbed feet. The background includes a calm pond and a few flowers.

28. Frog Sitting on A Lily Pad

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A friendly frog sits on a large lily pad in the middle of a peaceful pond. The water is calm, with a few reeds and flowers surrounding it.

29. Bat Flying at Twilight

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A bat swoops through the twilight sky with its wings spread wide. The sky is fading from orange to purple as the moon begins to rise.

30. Antelope Leaping Across the Savanna

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An antelope leaps gracefully across the grassy savanna, its body in mid-air. The open plains stretch out with distant trees and the horizon in the background.

31. Cheetah Sprinting Across the Plains

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A cheetah speeds across the plains, its body streamlined and agile. The tall grass sways as the cheetah races through the open savanna.

32. Hippopotamus Submerged in Water

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A hippopotamus rests in the water, with only its head and back visible above the surface. The surrounding area includes tall grasses and a calm riverbank.

33. Rhino Grazing in The Grasslands

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A rhino stands in the grasslands, its large body peacefully grazing. The open landscape stretches far into the distance, dotted with occasional trees.

34. Alligator Basking in The Sun

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An alligator lounges in the sun on a riverbank, its body partially submerged in the water. The surrounding area is filled with reeds and grass.

35. Lion Cub Playing with A Ball of Yarn

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A playful lion cub bats at a ball of yarn, its paws swatting it around. The scene is set in a grassy field in the background.

36. Snail Leaving a Trail on The Ground

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A slow-moving snail crawls along the ground, leaving a trail behind it. The surrounding area includes a few leaves and small flowers, creating a peaceful garden scene.

37. Bee Buzzing Around Flowers

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A busy bee buzzes around flowers, collecting nectar. The garden is filled with large, vibrant blooms and leaves, with a few butterflies fluttering nearby.

38. Butterfly Fluttering Near a Garden

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A delicate butterfly flutters above a garden filled with flowers. The soft, curved wings of the butterfly contrast against the vibrant blooms around it.

39. Ladybug Crawling on A Leaf

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A ladybug crawls slowly across a large leaf, its red body contrasting against the green. The background features other leaves and small flowers.

40. Dragonfly Hovering Over a Pond

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A dragonfly hovers above a pond, its wings glistening in the sunlight. The pond is surrounded by lily pads, reeds, and soft ripples in the water.

41. Mantis Camouflaged in A Tree

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A praying mantis hides in plain sight, blending into the branches of a tree. The background features simple foliage and leaves, with the mantis’ body blending in.

42. Wolf Howling at The Moon

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A lone wolf howls at the bright moon, standing on a rocky outcrop. The background features a darkened sky with twinkling stars and distant mountains.

43. Camel Walking Across the Desert

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A camel strides across the vast desert, its hump rising with each step. The desert is expansive, filled with sand dunes and a bright, clear sky.

44. Gorilla Sitting in The Rainforest

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A mighty gorilla sits on the ground, its strong arms resting on its knees. The rainforest around it is lush with large leaves and vines.

45. Chimpanzee Swinging from Vines

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A playful chimpanzee swings through the trees on thick vines, its body moving through the air. The jungle is rich with trees and foliage.

46. Octopus Hiding in A Coral Reef

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An octopus hides amongst the coral, its tentacles curling around rocks. The vibrant underwater scene includes seaweed, coral, and small fish.

47. Starfish Lying on The Ocean Floor

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A starfish rests on the sandy ocean floor, surrounded by seaweed and small pebbles. The light filters down through the water, creating a serene scene.

48. Jellyfish Drifting in The Sea

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A jellyfish floats gracefully through the water, its tentacles trailing behind. The calm sea is filled with gentle ripples and soft waves.

49. Seahorse Blending with Seaweed

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A seahorse blends in with the swaying seaweed, its body curled in a relaxed pose. The background features simple ocean plants and bubbles rising to the surface.

50. Lobster Crawling Along the Ocean Floor

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A lobster scuttles across the ocean floor, its claws raised. The seabed is dotted with rocks, seaweed, and small pebbles.

51. Snakes Slithering Through the Grass

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A snake slithers through tall grass, its sleek body curving along the ground. The background features more grass, a few flowers, and a distant horizon.

52. Llama Standing on A Hilltop

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A llama stands proudly atop a hill, gazing out over the landscape. The hill is dotted with grass, and the sky is wide and clear.

53. Donkey Pulling a Cart

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A donkey trots along, pulling a cart behind it. The rural background includes a few trees, a fence, and a simple barn in the distance.

54. Goat Climbing a Mountain

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A curious goat climbs a rocky mountain, its hooves gripping the rough terrain. The mountain peaks rise high in the background, dotted with sparse vegetation.

55. Sheep Resting in A Pasture

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A soft sheep rests peacefully in a lush pasture, its wool fluffed up. The pasture is filled with grass, flowers, and a distant fence.

56. Pig Rolling in The Mud

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A happy pig rolls in the mud, its body coated in dirt. The farmyard background includes a barn, a few trees, and a peaceful sky.

57. Cow Chewing Grass in A Meadow

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A cow stands in a meadow, chewing on grass with a content expression. The meadow is filled with wildflowers and tall grass.

58. Rooster Crowing at Dawn

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A proud rooster stands tall, crowing at the break of dawn. The background includes a barn, trees, and the first light of morning.

59. Hen with Her Chicks

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A hen lovingly cares for her chicks, surrounded by soft feathers and a grassy yard. The chicks peck at the ground, with a few flowers and leaves scattered around.

60. Guinea Pig in Its Cage

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A guinea pig relaxes in its cozy cage, surrounded by bedding, food, and a few small toys. The simple background shows the cage’s bars and a comfy habitat.

61. Hamster Running on A Wheel

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A hamster runs energetically on a wheel inside its cage. The background features a few food bowls, bedding, and a small tunnel.

62. Mouse Nibbling on Cheese

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A tiny mouse nibbles on a piece of cheese, its small whiskers twitching. The background includes crumbs and simple objects for the mouse to explore.

63. Squirrel Storing Acorns

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A squirrel collects acorns and stores them in its cozy nest. The background includes trees with leaves and scattered acorns on the ground.

64. Skunk Walking Through the Forest

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A skunk walks gracefully through the forest, its tail raised in the air. The scene includes trees, shrubs, and small woodland flowers.

65. Coyote Roaming the Desert

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A coyote trots through the desert, its ears perked up and tail wagging. The background includes vast sand dunes and sparse cactus plants.

66. Batfish Swimming in The Ocean

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A batfish swims peacefully through the ocean, its wings spread wide. The ocean floor is filled with soft corals and small fish.

67. Vulture Circling Above the Desert

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A vulture soars high above the desert, its wings outstretched. The landscape below includes cacti and distant sand dunes.

68. Pelican Diving for Fish

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A pelican dives headfirst into the water, its beak open to catch a fish. The ocean surrounds it, with simple waves and a clear sky.

69. Whale Shark Gliding in The Deep Ocean

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A whale shark glides through the deep ocean, its massive body moving gracefully. The background includes dark blue waters and soft light filtering through.

70. Giraffe Eating Leaves from A Tall Tree

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A giraffe reaches up to eat leaves from the tallest branches. The background includes other trees and a wide savanna.

71. Penguin Sliding on Ice

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A penguin slides joyfully across the ice, its belly skimming the surface. The frozen landscape includes snowflakes, icebergs, and a clear sky.

Conclusion

These 71 animal coloring pages offer more than just a fun activity—they provide a learning opportunity for children of all ages. As we’ve seen, coloring helps develop important skills like hand control, focus, and creative thinking.

We have added sea animals to land animals, from Penguin Sliding on Ice to Giraffe Eating Leaves from A Tall Tree.

By printing these animal designs, you’re giving your children a chance to learn about different creatures while expressing themselves through color.

The pages work well for rainy days, quiet time, or group activities at school or home. They’re simple to print and use right away.

Why wait? Download these animal coloring pages today, gather some crayons or colored pencils, and start coloring with your children. The smiles on their faces as they bring these animals to life with color will be worth it!

Zoe Harrison

Zoe Harrison, a Wellness Coach with a Master's degree in Health Psychology from UCLA, has been inspiring our readers since 2021. Her 15-year journey in lifestyle coaching, including a stint at a renowned wellness retreat, equips her to offer insights into holistic living. Her articles often reflect her belief in the power of mindfulness and balanced living. Zoe's passion for healthy living is evident in her practical and engaging articles. Outside her writing, she's an enthusiastic yogi and a promoter of community wellness programs.

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