Animal Word Search

A printable animal word search with 27 animals from elephant to hedgehog. Add or remove animals to match your science unit.

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Animal Word Search

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Find each word in the grid. Words go across, down and diagonally.

  • elephant
  • giraffe
  • zebra
  • lion
  • tiger
  • kangaroo
  • penguin
  • dolphin
  • octopus
  • turtle
  • rabbit
  • squirrel
  • owl
  • eagle
  • parrot
  • monkey
  • gorilla
  • cheetah
  • camel
  • panda
  • koala
  • whale
  • shark
  • frog
  • beaver
  • raccoon
  • hedgehog

Tips for using this word search

  • Sort the list by habitat (ocean, savanna, forest) and make one puzzle per habitat.
  • After the puzzle, ask students to group the animals they found into mammals, birds, reptiles and fish.

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Is this animal word search free to print?

Yes. Press "Print / save PDF" and print as many copies as you need for your class, party or family. There is no sign-up and no watermark.

Can I change the words?

Every word is editable. Delete any you don't want, add your own, and the word search rebuilds instantly. Your edits are saved in this browser for next time.

Is there an answer key?

Yes. The answer key prints on its own page after the puzzle. Untick "Print answer key" if you only want the student copy.

What age is it for?

The default 15×15 grid with diagonals suits roughly ages 7–10. Choose a 10×10 grid with "Easy" directions for ages 4–6, or 20×20 "Hard" for older children and adults.

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