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Chimpanzees, or chimps, are not so distant relatives of humans and are an excellent example of how intelligent mammals can be. Chimpanzees are an endangered species that are found in tropical, sub-saharan Africa. These great apes are very social animals and live in groups with other chimps. These groups often form male-dominated hierarchies.

In addition to ourselves, many of us have a mammal or two living in our house! Dogs, descended from wolves, are common house pets in households virtually all over the world. Dogs make great pets due to their affinity for human companionship and intelligence.

Known for their love of raiding trash cans and dumpsters, Raccoons are also very smart and quick witted mammals. Raccoons are found throughout most of North America. These adorable little furry creatures can have quite the attitude and can make an alarming growling sound when agitated.

Ostriches are the giants among our feathered friends, weighing 220 to 350 pounds. 

Another flightless type of bird is the New Zealand national bird called a kiwi. These birds are special enough for New Zealanders to be called kiwis. 

Tinamous fall into the Palaeognathae types of birds, but they can fly partially, unlike their ostrich, rhea, and kiwi friends.